2008 Saturn Vue vs. 2006 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2008 Saturn Vue is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Aygo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Aygo would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Vue (169 HP) has 116 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Vue weights approximately 845 kg more than 2006 Toyota Aygo. 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 (219 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Aygo. 2008 Saturn Vue has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Aygo has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Aygo 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 | 2006 Toyota Aygo | |
Make | Saturn | Toyota |
Model | Vue | Aygo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 219 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3405 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1615 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 35 L |