2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 Saturn Aura
To start off, 2008 Saturn Aura is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Aura (253 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (211 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Aura should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 235 kg more than 2008 Saturn Aura.
Because 2004 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Saturn Aura (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Aura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang. 2008 Saturn Aura has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Saturn Aura will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Ford Mustang | 2008 Saturn Aura | |
Make | Ford | Saturn |
Model | Mustang | Aura |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4009 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 253 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |