2008 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (333 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Vue. (257 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 871 kg more than 2009 Saturn Vue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Tahoe 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 Tahoe (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Vue. (337 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2009 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saturn |
| Model | Tahoe | Vue |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 333 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 72 L |
