2009 Saturn Vue vs. 2001 Audi A3
To start off, 2009 Saturn Vue is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A3 would be higher. At 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Vue (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2001 Audi A3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A3.
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, 2001 Audi A3 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Vue. (227 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Saturn Vue | 2001 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Saturn | Audi |
| Model | Vue | A3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
