2006 Dodge Stratus 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 Dodge Stratus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Stratus would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Saturn Aura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saturn Aura (252 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Stratus. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Aura should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Stratus.
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 (340 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Stratus. (217 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Saturn Aura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Stratus | 2007 Saturn Aura | |
| Make | Dodge | Saturn |
| Model | Stratus | Aura |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
