2009 Saturn Vue vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Saturn Vue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Saturn Vue would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Vue. (249 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Vue.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Vue. (251 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Saturn Vue | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Saturn | Chevrolet |
Model | Vue | Silverado |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3562 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 136 L |