2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2007 Saturn Aura
To start off, 2007 Saturn Aura is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Saturn Aura. (252 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2007 Saturn Aura.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Suburban 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 2006 Chevrolet Suburban. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saturn Aura. (340 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saturn Aura.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 2007 Saturn Aura | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saturn |
| Model | Suburban | Aura |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2860 mm |
