2009 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2010 Saturn Vue. (167 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2010 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 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Saturn Vue. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord | 2010 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Honda | Saturn |
Model | Accord | Vue |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 2384 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |