2007 Saturn Aura vs. 2004 Volvo S80
To start off, 2007 Saturn Aura is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S80 (167 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Saturn Aura. (164 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2007 Saturn Aura.
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, 2004 Volvo S80 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saturn Aura. (216 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saturn Aura.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Saturn Aura | 2004 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Saturn | Volvo |
| Model | Aura | S80 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
