2002 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Saturn Aura
To start off, 2008 Saturn Aura is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Aura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (197 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 Saturn Aura. (164 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 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, 2002 Honda Accord (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Aura. (216 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Aura.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2008 Saturn Aura | |
Make | Honda | Saturn |
Model | Accord | Aura |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |