2009 Saturn Vue vs. 2002 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2009 Saturn Vue is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Suzuki Ignis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Suzuki Ignis 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 89 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Ignis. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Ignis.
Because 2002 Suzuki Ignis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Saturn Vue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Ignis will offer significantly more control. 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 (227 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Ignis. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Ignis. 2009 Saturn Vue has automatic transmission and 2002 Suzuki Ignis has manual transmission. 2002 Suzuki Ignis 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 Saturn Vue | 2002 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Saturn | Suzuki |
| Model | Vue | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 1327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 41 L |
