Ford Escape vs. Saturn Vue
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Ford Escape and Saturn Vue contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Ford Escape and the Saturn Vue.
In comparing the Ford Escape's and the Saturn Vue's specifications and ratings, the Ford Escape has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, interior volume and base engine power. The Saturn Vue has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. Based on this comparison of the Ford Escape's and the Saturn Vue's specifications and ratings, the Ford Escape is a better car than the Saturn Vue.
Pricing: A used 2009 Ford Escape ranges from $3,688 to $10,908 while a used 2009 Saturn Vue is priced between $2,994 to $9,504.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Ford Escape’s base engine makes 171 horsepower, and the Saturn Vue base engine makes 169 horsepower. The Escape is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 462 miles. The Vue is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 499 miles.This gives the Ford Escape the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Saturn Vue the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Ford Escape has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room and front leg room. The Saturn Vue has the advantage in the areas of rear head room and rear leg room. The Ford Escape and Saturn Vue are comparable in regards to rear shoulder room and cargo space.
Safety Ratings: The Ford Escape has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$19,715
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Compact SUVs)
$21,031
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Compact SUVs)
$16,695 - $23,555
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$23,280
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
N/A
Category Starting MSRP Range:
N/A
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$6,704
Price Range:
$3,688 - $10,908
Category Avg Price:
(Compact SUVs)
$8,260
Category Avg Price Range:
(Compact SUVs)
$6,022 - $18,433
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
117
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
151,591
# Good or Great Deals:
30
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$6,131
Price Range:
$2,994 - $9,504
Category Avg Price:
N/A
Category Avg Price Range:
N/A
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
19
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
130,785
# Good or Great Deals:
1
Ford Escape Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.6 / 10
Reliability:
8.2 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Saturn Vue Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Ford Escape
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Saturn Vue
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.6
Typical Category Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)
3
Category Range for Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)
0.9 - 22.8
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.9
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Ford Escape Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 19Ranking
2 out of / 20Ranking
2 out of / 14Ranking
3 out of / 19Ranking
3 out of / 19Ranking
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4 out of / 13Ranking
5 out of / 19Ranking
5 out of / 19Ranking
5 out of / 19Ranking
6 out of / 30Ranking
6 out of / 19Ranking
6 out of / 19Ranking
8 out of / 67Ranking
9 out of / 19Ranking
10 out of / 67Ranking
10 out of / 67Ranking
11 out of / 67Ranking
11 out of / 19Ranking
13 out of / 67Ranking
17 out of / 59Ranking
17 out of / 19Ranking
19 out of / 67Ranking
19 out of / 19Ranking
21 out of / 67Ranking
28 out of / 67Ranking
30 out of / 67Ranking
35 out of / 67Ranking
38 out of / 67Ranking
46 out of / 67Ranking
54 out of / 67Saturn Vue Rankings
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Ford Escape Trim Levels
Limited, XLS, XLT
Saturn Vue Trim Levels
Hybrid, Red Line, XE, XE-V6, XR, XR-4
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 100000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
171 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
171 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.052 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
1500 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
169 hp @ 6200 rpm
Torque:
161 foot-lbs @ 5100 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.046 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
1500 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 28 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
363 / 462 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
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
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Available
Bench Seats:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
N/A
Satellite radio:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Roof Rack:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bluetooth:
Available
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup 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 Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup 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:
40.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Cargo Space:
29.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
66.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
128.7 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3272 lbs
Width:
81.3 inches
Height:
67.9 inches
Length:
174.7 inches
Wheelbase:
103.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.4 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3689 lbs
Width:
72.8 inches
Height:
67 inches
Length:
180.1 inches
Wheelbase:
106.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/70R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Clearcoat / Black Pearl Slate Clearcoat Meta
Blue
Sport Blue Clearcoat Metallic/Black
Gray
Sterling Gray Clearcoat Metallic
Green
Light Sage Clearcoat Metallic
Red
Redfire Clearcoat Metallic / Torch Red Clearcoat
Silver
Brilliant Silver Clearcoat Metallic
White
Oxford White Clearcoat / White Suede Clearcoat
Gold
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Onyx
Blue
Aquamarine / Deep Blue / Mystic Blue
Gray
Techno Gray
Green
Not available
Red
Chili Pepper Red / Crystal Red Tintcoat / Ruby Red
Silver
Quicksilver
White
Polar White
Gold
Gold Mist
Interior Colors
Gray
Stone
Brown
Not available
Interior Colors
Gray
Gray
Brown
Tan
