2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Saturn Aura. (164 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2008 Saturn Aura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 515 kg more than 2008 Saturn Aura. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Aura. (216 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Aura.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2008 Saturn Aura | |
| Make | Jeep | Saturn |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Aura |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 61 L |
