2006 Lancia Thesis vs. 2009 Saturn Aura
To start off, 2009 Saturn Aura is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lancia Thesis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lancia Thesis would be higher. At 2,446 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Thesis (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Aura. (167 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Aura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 357 kg more than 2009 Saturn Aura. 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, 2006 Lancia Thesis (226 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Aura. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Aura. 2009 Saturn Aura has automatic transmission and 2006 Lancia Thesis has manual transmission. 2006 Lancia Thesis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Saturn Aura will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Thesis | 2009 Saturn Aura | |
| Make | Lancia | Saturn |
| Model | Thesis | Aura |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 2382 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |
