2009 Ford F-450 vs. 2006 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2009 Ford F-450 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Saturn Vue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Saturn Vue would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-450 (326 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2006 Saturn Vue. (144 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn Vue.
Because 2009 Ford F-450 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford F-450. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Vue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford F-450 (814 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 608 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn Vue. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-450 | 2006 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Ford | Saturn |
| Model | F-450 | Vue |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6400 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6670 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4390 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 61 L |
