2009 Lexus ES vs. 2007 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2009 Lexus ES is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Saturn Vue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Saturn Vue would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus ES (272 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2007 Saturn Vue. (172 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 2007 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 Lexus ES (345 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saturn Vue. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus ES | 2007 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Lexus | Saturn |
| Model | ES | Vue |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 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 Length | 4860 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
