2007 Lexus IS vs. 2007 Saturn Aura
To start off, both 2007 Lexus IS and 2007 Saturn Aura were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus IS (205 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2007 Saturn Aura. (164 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2007 Saturn Aura.
Because 2007 Lexus IS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Saturn Aura. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lexus IS 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 Lexus IS (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saturn Aura. (216 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saturn Aura.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus IS | 2007 Saturn Aura | |
| Make | Lexus | Saturn |
| Model | IS | Aura |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |
