2009 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2009 Saturn Vue
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Impala and 2009 Saturn Vue were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,899 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Impala (233 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Vue. (167 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Impala (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Vue. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Impala | 2009 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saturn |
| Model | Impala | Vue |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3899 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 233 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
