2008 Acura TL vs. 2001 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 7 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2001 Saturn Vue. (181 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2001 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Saturn Vue weights approximately 256 kg more than 2008 Acura TL.
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, 2008 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Saturn Vue. (263 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 2001 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Acura | Saturn |
| Model | TL | Vue |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
