2005 Honda Avancier 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 Honda Avancier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Avancier would be higher. At 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Aura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Aura (252 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2005 Honda Avancier. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Aura should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Avancier weights approximately 335 kg more than 2009 Saturn Aura.
Because 2005 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Saturn Aura. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Avancier 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, 2009 Saturn Aura (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Avancier. (206 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Aura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Avancier.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Avancier | 2009 Saturn Aura | |
Make | Honda | Saturn |
Model | Avancier | Aura |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2254 cc | 3563 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 61 L |