2008 Mazda 6 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 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 6 (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2010 Saturn Vue. (172 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Saturn Vue.
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 Mazda 6 (267 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Saturn Vue. (227 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Saturn Vue. 2010 Saturn Vue has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Saturn Vue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda 6 | 2010 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Mazda | Saturn |
Model | 6 | Vue |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 267 Nm | 227 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |