2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2001 Saturn Vue

To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Saturn Vue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Saturn Vue would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2001 Saturn Vue. (143 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2001 Saturn Vue.

Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Saturn Vue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 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 Audi Q7 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Saturn Vue. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Saturn Vue. 2009 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2001 Saturn Vue has manual transmission. 2001 Saturn Vue will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi Q7 2001 Saturn Vue
Make Audi Saturn
Model Q7 Vue
Year Released 2009 2001
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 2198 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 350 HP 143 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 441 Nm 207 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4610 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 3010 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 62 L