Nissan Xterra vs Saturn Vue
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2009 Saturn Vue
Overview
| Spec | Nissan XterraX | Saturn VueXE |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | X | XE |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2015 | 2009 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Nissan XterraX | Saturn VueXE |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $23,660 | $23,280 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Nissan XterraX | Saturn VueXE |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 18 MPG | 22 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 16 MPG | 19 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 22 MPG | 26 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 21.1 gal (best) | 19 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Nissan XterraX | Saturn VueXE |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 261 hp (best) | 169 hp |
| Torque | 281 lb-ft (best) | 161 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 4 L (best) | 2.4 L |
| Cylinders | V6 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Nissan XterraX | Saturn VueXE |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Cargo volume | 65.7 cu ft (best) | 56.4 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | 5,000 lbs (best) | 1,500 lbs |
| Payload | — | 1,136 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | — | 3,689 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 8.2 in (best) | 7.8 in |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 106.6 in (best) |
| Length | 178.7 in | 180.1 in (best) |
| Width | 72.8 in | 72.8 in |
| Height | 74.9 in (best) | 67 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Nissan XterraX | Saturn VueXE |
|---|---|---|
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Rollover | 3 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported (best) | 2 |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Nissan Xterra | Saturn Vue |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | X $23,660 MSRP(Currently comparing) | XE $23,280 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | X $25,710 MSRP | XE $25,955 MSRP |
| 3 | S $25,670 MSRP | XR $25,395 MSRP |
| 4 | S $26,670 MSRP | XR $26,435 MSRP |
| 5 | S $27,720 MSRP | XR $28,435 MSRP |
| 6 | PRO-4X $30,590 MSRP | Base $28,160 MSRP |
| 7 | PRO-4X $31,640 MSRP | Red Line $28,935 MSRP |
| 8 | — | Red Line $30,935 MSRP |