2009 Saturn Vue vs. 2008 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2009 Saturn Vue is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Galaxy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Galaxy 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 106 more horse power than 2008 Ford Galaxy. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Galaxy.
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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Galaxy. (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Saturn Vue | 2008 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Saturn | Ford |
| Model | Vue | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
