1997 Oldsmobile Aurora vs. 2007 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2007 Saturn Vue is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2007 Saturn Vue. (172 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 2007 Saturn Vue.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saturn Vue. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora | 2007 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Saturn |
| Model | Aurora | Vue |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
