2008 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2009 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2009 Saturn Vue is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saab 05-Sep (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Vue. (172 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2009 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 Saab 05-Sep (350 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Vue. (227 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Saab 05-Sep | 2009 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Saab | Saturn |
Model | 05-Sep | Vue |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 227 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |