2009 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2010 Saturn Vue

To start off, 2010 Saturn Vue is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2010 Saturn Vue. (222 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2010 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Saturn Vue weights approximately 250 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT.

Because 2010 Saturn Vue is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Vue 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Saturn Vue. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Saturn Vue. 2010 Saturn Vue has automatic transmission and 2009 Alfa Romeo GT has manual transmission. 2009 Alfa Romeo GT 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:

2009 Alfa Romeo GT 2010 Saturn Vue
Make Alfa Romeo Saturn
Model GT Vue
Year Released 2009 2010
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3179 cc 3490 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 237 HP 222 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 297 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93.1 mm 99.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 75.9 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1485 kg 1735 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.4 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 64 L


 

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