2009 Saturn Vue vs. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 4 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 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Vue. (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Vue.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Saturn Vue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Vue. (227 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Saturn Vue | 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | |
Make | Saturn | Chevrolet |
Model | Vue | Equinox |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2401 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 227 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4771 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2857 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 71 L |