2008 Saturn Vue vs. 2008 Volkswagen Fox
To start off, both 2008 Saturn Vue and 2008 Volkswagen Fox were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Vue (169 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Fox. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Vue weights approximately 723 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Fox. 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Fox. (124 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Fox. 2008 Saturn Vue has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Fox has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Fox 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 | 2008 Volkswagen Fox | |
Make | Saturn | Volkswagen |
Model | Vue | Fox |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1012 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |