2007 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2009 Saturn Aura
To start off, 2009 Saturn Aura is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chrysler Pacifica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chrysler Pacifica would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica (253 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Aura. (164 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Aura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 541 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, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica (355 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Aura. (216 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Aura.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Pacifica | 2009 Saturn Aura | |
| Make | Chrysler | Saturn |
| Model | Pacifica | Aura |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 61 L |
