2008 Porsche 911 vs. 2006 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Saturn Vue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Saturn Vue would be higher. At 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2006 Saturn Vue. (250 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn Vue weights approximately 441 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
Because 2006 Saturn Vue is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn Vue. (329 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche 911 | 2006 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Porsche | Saturn |
| Model | 911 | Vue |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3823 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |
