2009 Saturn Vue vs. 2002 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2009 Saturn Vue is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Avensis 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 135 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Avensis.
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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Avensis. (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Avensis. 2009 Saturn Vue has automatic transmission and 2002 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 2002 Toyota Avensis 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.
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2009 Saturn Vue | 2002 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Saturn | Toyota |
Model | Vue | Avensis |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 61 L |