2008 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Saturn Vue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Saturn Vue would be higher. At 2,194 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn Vue weights approximately 276 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
Because 2005 Saturn Vue is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Saturn Vue 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, 2005 Saturn Vue (206 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2005 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2005 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Honda | Saturn |
| Model | Civic | Vue |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2194 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 143 HP |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
