2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2010 Saturn Vue. (172 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2010 Saturn Vue.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Saturn Vue. (227 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2010 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saturn |
| Model | Silverado | Vue |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 516 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 68 L |
