2011 Nissan Grand Livina vs. 2010 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2011 Nissan Grand Livina 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saturn Vue (257 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Grand Livina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Grand Livina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Grand Livina weights approximately 3 kg more than 2010 Saturn Vue.
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 (337 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Grand Livina. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Grand Livina. 2010 Saturn Vue has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan Grand Livina has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan Grand Livina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Saturn Vue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Grand Livina | 2010 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Nissan | Saturn |
| Model | Grand Livina | Vue |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 72 L |
