2009 Saturn Vue vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Saturn Vue is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Passat 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 49 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Vue. (251 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Vue. 2009 Saturn Vue has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Passat 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 | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Saturn | Volkswagen |
| Model | Vue | Passat |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
