2009 Saturn Vue vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Saturn Vue is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Vue. (167 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Vue.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (382 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Vue. (160 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Saturn Vue | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Saturn | Toyota |
| Model | Vue | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2384 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
