2007 Opel Astra vs. 2007 Saturn Vue
To start off, both 2007 Opel Astra and 2007 Saturn Vue were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saturn Vue (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra.
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, 2007 Saturn Vue (202 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra. 2007 Saturn Vue has automatic transmission and 2007 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2007 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Saturn Vue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Opel Astra | 2007 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Opel | Saturn |
Model | Astra | Vue |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 94.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 62 L |