2008 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2010 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2010 Saturn Vue is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Saturn Vue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta 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, 2010 Saturn Vue (227 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. 2010 Saturn Vue has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Jetta has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Saturn Vue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Jetta | 2010 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Saturn |
| Model | Jetta | Vue |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 172 HP |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
