2005 Ford Falcon vs. 2008 Saturn Aura
To start off, 2008 Saturn Aura is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Aura (253 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Ford Falcon. (200 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Aura should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Falcon weights approximately 296 kg more than 2008 Saturn Aura.
Because 2005 Ford Falcon 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 2005 Ford Falcon. 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, 2005 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Aura. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Aura.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Falcon | 2008 Saturn Aura | |
| Make | Ford | Saturn |
| Model | Falcon | Aura |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1581 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
