2012 Subaru Outback vs. 2010 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2012 Subaru Outback is newer by 2 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Outback (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2010 Saturn Vue. (167 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2010 Saturn Vue.
Because 2012 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Saturn Vue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Saturn Vue. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Subaru Outback | 2010 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Subaru | Saturn |
| Model | Outback | Vue |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
