2007 Mazda 6 vs. 2010 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2010 Saturn Vue is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saturn Vue (249 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (156 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Saturn Vue (251 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 6. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 6. 2010 Saturn Vue has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Saturn Vue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 6 | 2010 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Mazda | Saturn |
| Model | 6 | Vue |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 3562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
