2010 Saturn Vue vs. 2011 Scion iQ
To start off, 2011 Scion iQ is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Saturn Vue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Saturn Vue would be higher. At 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saturn Vue (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2011 Scion iQ. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2011 Scion iQ.
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, 2010 Saturn Vue (227 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Scion iQ. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Scion iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Saturn Vue | 2011 Scion iQ | |
| Make | Saturn | Scion |
| Model | Vue | iQ |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 1329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3051 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 32 L |
