2008 Saturn Vue vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Saturn Vue is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Vue (257 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Vue weights approximately 335 kg more than 2005 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester 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, 2005 Subaru Forester 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 Saturn Vue (336 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester. 2008 Saturn Vue has automatic transmission and 2005 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2005 Subaru Forester 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Saturn Vue | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Saturn | Subaru |
| Model | Vue | Forester |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
