2009 Nissan Versa vs. 2009 Saturn Vue
To start off, both 2009 Nissan Versa 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 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Vue (167 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Versa. (123 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Versa.
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 Nissan Versa (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Vue. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Vue. 2009 Saturn Vue has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan Versa has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan Versa 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 Nissan Versa | 2009 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Nissan | Saturn |
| Model | Versa | Vue |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
