2008 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2009 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2009 Saturn Vue is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Vue. (172 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Vue.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Saturn Vue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Vue. (227 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Vue. 2009 Saturn Vue has automatic transmission and 2008 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2008 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Saturn Vue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Chevrolet Colorado | 2009 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Chevrolet | Saturn |
Model | Colorado | Vue |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 227 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |