2008 Audi A3 vs. 2010 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2010 Saturn Vue is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A3 would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A3 (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2010 Saturn Vue. (222 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Saturn Vue weights approximately 280 kg more than 2008 Audi A3.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Saturn Vue. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A3 | 2010 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Audi | Saturn |
| Model | A3 | Vue |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
