2008 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2008 Saturn Vue
To start off, both 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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 2,391 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Vue (170 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Vue weights approximately 135 kg more than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Saturn Vue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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 Nissan X-Trail (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Vue. (220 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Vue. 2008 Saturn Vue has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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 Nissan X-Trail | 2008 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Nissan | Saturn |
Model | X-Trail | Vue |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2184 cc | 2391 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |