2008 Saturn Vue vs. 2000 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Saturn Vue is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Vue (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Vue weights approximately 535 kg more than 2000 Toyota Avensis. 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 (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Avensis. 2008 Saturn Vue has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Avensis 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 Saturn Vue | 2000 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Saturn | Toyota |
Model | Vue | Avensis |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |