Saturn Vue vs. Hyundai TUCSON
In comparing the Saturn Vue's and the Hyundai TUCSON's specifications and ratings, the Saturn Vue has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, interior volume and base engine power. The Saturn Vue and Hyundai TUCSON have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Saturn Vue's and the Hyundai TUCSON's specifications and ratings, the Saturn Vue is a better car than the Hyundai TUCSON.
Saturn Vue vs. Hyundai TUCSON Pricing
A used 2009 Saturn Vue ranges from $2,999 to $9,981 while a used 2009 Hyundai TUCSON is priced between $3,762 to $10,372.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Saturn Vue’s base engine makes 169 horsepower, and the Hyundai TUCSON base engine makes 140 horsepower. Both the Vue and the TUCSON are rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 499 and 398 miles respectively. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Saturn Vue has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more rear head room and cargo space. The Hyundai TUCSON has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Hyundai TUCSON has an average safety rating of 4.61 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
2999 - 9981
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
3762 - 10372
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.415854
Saturn Vue Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Hyundai TUCSON Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.481138 / 10
Reliability:
8.033413 / 10
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
9.6 / 10
Saturn Vue Rankings
Not yet available
Hyundai TUCSON Rankings
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51 out of / 66Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Saturn Vue Trim Levels
Hybrid, Red Line, XE, XE-V6, XR, XR-4
Hyundai TUCSON Trim Levels
GLS, Limited I4, Limited V6, 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):
4.61 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):
0.046 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
1500 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
140 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
136 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.043 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
1000 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 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 26 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
306 / 398 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:
Available
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:
40.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Cargo Space:
22.7 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
65.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
125.3 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3240 lbs
Width:
70.7 inches
Height:
66.1 inches
Length:
170.3 inches
Wheelbase:
103.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.7 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:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P215/65R16