2008 Saturn Vue vs. 2012 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2012 Toyota Camry is newer by 4 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Camry (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Saturn Vue. (169 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2008 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Vue weights approximately 265 kg more than 2012 Toyota Camry.
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, 2012 Toyota Camry (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Vue. (219 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Saturn Vue | 2012 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Saturn | Toyota |
Model | Vue | Camry |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2399 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |