2007 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Aura. (167 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Aura.
Because 2007 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Saturn Aura. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra will offer significantly more control. 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 GMC Sierra (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Aura. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Aura.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Sierra | 2009 Saturn Aura | |
| Make | GMC | Saturn |
| Model | Sierra | Aura |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2382 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 61 L |
