2009 Saturn Vue vs. 2012 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2012 Jeep Wrangler 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Wrangler (285 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Vue. (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Vue.
Because 2012 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Vue. (227 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Vue. 2009 Saturn Vue has automatic transmission and 2012 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 2012 Jeep Wrangler 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 | 2012 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Saturn | Jeep |
| Model | Vue | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |
