2005 Honda Civic 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 Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic 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 9 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Aura should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Aura weights approximately 79 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. 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) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (179 Nm). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Saturn Aura | |
Make | Honda | Saturn |
Model | Civic | Aura |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 217 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |