2009 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2009 Saturn Vue
To start off, both 2009 Mazda RX-8 and 2009 Saturn Vue were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (229 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Vue. (172 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Vue.
Because 2009 Mazda RX-8 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 Mazda RX-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Saturn Vue (227 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (159 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda RX-8. 2009 Saturn Vue has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda RX-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Saturn Vue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda RX-8 | 2009 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Mazda | Saturn |
| Model | RX-8 | Vue |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |
