2009 Honda Pilot 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 Pilot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Pilot would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2010 Saturn Vue. (167 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot 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 Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Saturn Vue. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Pilot | 2010 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Honda | Saturn |
Model | Pilot | Vue |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2384 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |