2004 Mazda Tribute 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 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Saturn Aura. (164 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2007 Saturn Aura.
Because 2004 Mazda Tribute 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 Mazda Tribute 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 Mazda Tribute (271 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saturn Aura. (216 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saturn Aura.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Tribute | 2007 Saturn Aura | |
| Make | Mazda | Saturn |
| Model | Tribute | Aura |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 61 L |
