2009 Saturn Vue vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2009 Saturn Vue is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 3,562 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Vue (249 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (99 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Octavia.
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 Saturn Vue (251 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Saturn Vue | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Saturn | Skoda |
| Model | Vue | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
