2004 Ford Crown Victoria 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 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria (239 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2007 Saturn Aura. (164 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2007 Saturn Aura.
Because 2004 Ford Crown Victoria 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 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria (374 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saturn Aura. (216 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saturn Aura.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Crown Victoria | 2007 Saturn Aura | |
Make | Ford | Saturn |
Model | Crown Victoria | Aura |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 216 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 61 L |