2009 Saturn Astra 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 Saturn Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Saturn Astra would be higher. At 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saturn Vue (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Astra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Astra.
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, 2010 Saturn Vue (227 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Astra. 2010 Saturn Vue has automatic transmission and 2009 Saturn Astra has manual transmission. 2009 Saturn Astra 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 Saturn Astra | 2010 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Saturn | Saturn |
Model | Astra | Vue |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 227 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |