2009 Saturn Vue vs. 1993 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 2009 Saturn Vue is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Lexcen (174 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Vue. (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Vue.
Because 1993 Toyota Lexcen 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 1993 Toyota Lexcen. 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, 1993 Toyota Lexcen (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Vue. (227 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Saturn Vue | 1993 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | Saturn | Toyota |
| Model | Vue | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
