2002 Porsche Boxster vs. 2009 Saturn Aura
To start off, 2009 Saturn Aura is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Aura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Aura (252 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (224 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Aura should accelerate faster than 2002 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 45 kg more than 2009 Saturn Aura.
Because 2002 Porsche Boxster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Aura, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Saturn Aura (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Aura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Porsche Boxster | 2009 Saturn Aura | |
| Make | Porsche | Saturn |
| Model | Boxster | Aura |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 3563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |
