2007 Saturn Vue vs. 2012 Lexus ES
To start off, 2012 Lexus ES is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Saturn Vue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Saturn Vue would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus ES (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2007 Saturn Vue. (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 2007 Saturn Vue.
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, 2012 Lexus ES (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saturn Vue. (202 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Saturn Vue | 2012 Lexus ES | |
| Make | Saturn | Lexus |
| Model | Vue | ES |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
