2007 Saturn Aura vs. 2010 Ford Focus
To start off, 2010 Ford Focus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Saturn Aura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Saturn Aura would be higher. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Saturn Aura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saturn Aura (164 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2010 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Aura should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Focus.
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 Saturn Aura (216 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Saturn Aura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Focus. 2007 Saturn Aura has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2010 Ford Focus 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 Saturn Aura | 2010 Ford Focus | |
Make | Saturn | Ford |
Model | Aura | Focus |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4445 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1722 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1488 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2614 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 51 L |