2008 Mazda 3 vs. 2008 Saturn Vue
To start off, both 2008 Mazda 3 and 2008 Saturn Vue were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Vue (257 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Vue weights approximately 495 kg more than 2008 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Saturn Vue (336 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 3. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 3. 2008 Saturn Vue has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda 3 has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Saturn Vue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Mazda 3 | 2008 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Mazda | Saturn |
Model | 3 | Vue |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |