2000 Acura RL vs. 2007 Saturn Aura
To start off, 2007 Saturn Aura is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2007 Saturn Aura. (164 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2007 Saturn Aura.
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, 2000 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saturn Aura. (216 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saturn Aura.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Acura RL | 2007 Saturn Aura | |
Make | Acura | Saturn |
Model | RL | Aura |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3472 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |