2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2009 Saturn Aura
To start off, 2009 Saturn Aura is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Aura. (167 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Aura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1311 kg more than 2009 Saturn Aura. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Saturn Aura. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade 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 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Aura. (160 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Aura.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Escalade | 2009 Saturn Aura | |
| Make | Cadillac | Saturn |
| Model | Escalade | Aura |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2382 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 61 L |
