2007 Mazda Drifter vs. 2007 Saturn Aura

To start off, both 2007 Mazda Drifter 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 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 129 more horse power than 2007 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Aura should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda Drifter.

Because 2007 Mazda Drifter is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mazda Drifter. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Aura, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Saturn Aura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda Drifter. 2007 Saturn Aura has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda Drifter has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda Drifter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Saturn Aura will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Mazda Drifter 2007 Saturn Aura
Make Mazda Saturn
Model Drifter Aura
Year Released 2007 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2606 cc 3598 cc
Horse Power 123 HP 252 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 206 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3100 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.4:1 10.2:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 5010 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 3010 mm 2860 mm