2007 Saturn Aura vs. 2010 Volvo S80
To start off, 2010 Volvo S80 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 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 17 more horse power than 2010 Volvo S80. (235 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Aura should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo S80.
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 (340 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo S80. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Saturn Aura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Saturn Aura | 2010 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Saturn | Volvo |
| Model | Aura | S80 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2835 mm |
