2005 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Saturn Aura
To start off, 2007 Saturn Aura is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Saturn Aura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saturn Aura (164 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Aura should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic.
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, 2007 Saturn Aura (216 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (151 Nm). This means 2007 Saturn Aura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2007 Saturn Aura | |
Make | Honda | Saturn |
Model | Civic | Aura |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1685 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 216 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |