2008 Saturn Vue vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Saturn Vue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Saturn Vue 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 33 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 572 kg more than 2008 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, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Vue. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Vue. 2008 Saturn Vue has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Passat 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 | 2010 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Saturn | Volkswagen |
Model | Vue | Passat |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |