2004 Ford Escape 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 Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Escape would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Saturn Aura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saturn Aura (252 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2004 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Aura should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Escape.
Because 2004 Ford Escape 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 Ford Escape 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, 2007 Saturn Aura (340 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Escape. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Saturn Aura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Escape. 2007 Saturn Aura has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Escape will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Saturn Aura will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Ford Escape | 2007 Saturn Aura | |
Make | Ford | Saturn |
Model | Escape | Aura |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1987 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |