2004 Audi A8 vs. 2007 Saturn Aura
To start off, 2007 Saturn Aura is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2007 Saturn Aura. (164 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Saturn Aura.
Because 2004 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Saturn Aura. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A8 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, 2004 Audi A8 (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saturn Aura. (216 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saturn Aura.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A8 | 2007 Saturn Aura | |
| Make | Audi | Saturn |
| Model | A8 | Aura |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 5060 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |
