2005 Fiat Marea Weekend vs. 2009 Saturn Aura
To start off, 2009 Saturn Aura is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Aura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Aura (169 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Aura should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Aura weights approximately 119 kg more than 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Saturn Aura (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Aura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend. 2009 Saturn Aura has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Saturn Aura will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend | 2009 Saturn Aura | |
| Make | Fiat | Saturn |
| Model | Marea Weekend | Aura |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
