2005 Nissan Hardbody 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 Nissan Hardbody. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Hardbody would be higher. At 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Aura (164 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Aura should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 163 kg more than 2009 Saturn Aura.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Saturn Aura (216 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (209 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Aura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Hardbody | 2009 Saturn Aura | |
| Make | Nissan | Saturn |
| Model | Hardbody | Aura |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1332 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 61 L |
