2001 GMC Envoy vs. 2008 Saturn Aura
To start off, 2008 Saturn Aura is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 4,159 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2008 Saturn Aura. (164 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2008 Saturn Aura.
Because 2001 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Saturn Aura. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 GMC Envoy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 GMC Envoy (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Aura. (216 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Aura.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 GMC Envoy | 2008 Saturn Aura | |
| Make | GMC | Saturn |
| Model | Envoy | Aura |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4159 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 61 L |
