2008 Saturn Vue vs. 2008 Hyundai SANTA FE
When comparing the 2008 Saturn Vue's and the 2008 Hyundai SANTA FE's specifications and ratings, the 2008 Saturn Vue has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency. The 2008 Hyundai SANTA FE has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2008 Saturn Vue's and the 2008 Hyundai SANTA FE's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
2008 Saturn Vue vs. 2008 Hyundai SANTA FE Pricing
A used 2008 Saturn Vue ranges from $3,418 to $8,994 while a used 2008 Hyundai SANTA FE is priced between $3,994 to $11,789.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2008 Saturn Vue’s base engine makes 169 horsepower, and the 2008 Hyundai SANTA FE base engine makes 185 horsepower. The Vue is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 499 miles. The SANTA FE is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 475 miles. This gives the 2008 Saturn Vue the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2008 Hyundai SANTA FE. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2008 Hyundai SANTA FE has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space. The 2008 Saturn Vue has the advantage in the area of rear leg room. The 2008 Saturn Vue and 2008 Hyundai SANTA FE are comparable in regards to front head room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2008 Hyundai SANTA FE has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
3418 - 8994
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
3994 - 11789
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.499598
Saturn Vue Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Hyundai SANTA FE Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.533421 / 10
Reliability:
8.600263 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Saturn Vue Rankings
Not yet available
Hyundai SANTA FE Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 31Ranking
1 out of / 27Ranking
1 out of / 11Ranking
1 out of / 7Ranking
1 out of / 5Ranking
2 out of / 66Ranking
2 out of / 31Ranking
3 out of / 56Ranking
4 out of / 31Ranking
4 out of / 16Ranking
5 out of / 31Ranking
7 out of / 56Ranking
7 out of / 31Ranking
8 out of / 66Ranking
8 out of / 66Ranking
8 out of / 56Ranking
9 out of / 66Ranking
10 out of / 31Ranking
10 out of / 26Ranking
12 out of / 66Ranking
14 out of / 31Ranking
15 out of / 56Ranking
18 out of / 66Ranking
18 out of / 56Ranking
20 out of / 56Ranking
20 out of / 31Ranking
20 out of / 31Ranking
22 out of / 66Ranking
24 out of / 56Ranking
24 out of / 31Ranking
25 out of / 66Ranking
25 out of / 49Ranking
26 out of / 66Ranking
26 out of / 58Ranking
26 out of / 31Ranking
29 out of / 66Ranking
48 out of / 56Ranking
56 out of / 66Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2008 Saturn Vue Trim Levels
Green Line, Red Line, XE, XE-V6, XR
2008 Hyundai SANTA FE Trim Levels
GLS, Limited, SE
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
169 hp @ 6200 rpm
Torque:
161 foot-lbs @ 5100 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.044 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
185 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
183 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.050 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
2800 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 26 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
365 / 499 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 24 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
337 / 475 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Cargo Space:
29.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
56.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
126.9 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.6 inches
Cargo Space:
34.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
78.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
142.5 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3825 lbs
Width:
72.8 inches
Height:
67 inches
Length:
180.1 inches
Wheelbase:
106.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3727 lbs
Width:
74.4 inches
Height:
67.9 inches
Length:
184.1 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.1 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available