2007 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2001 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Saturn Vue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Saturn Vue would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2001 Saturn Vue. (181 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2001 Saturn Vue.
Because 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Saturn Vue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Saturn Vue. (263 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Pathfinder | 2001 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Nissan | Saturn |
Model | Pathfinder | Vue |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3952 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 263 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |