2007 Saturn Aura vs. 2012 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2012 Opel Vivaro is newer by 5 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 151 more horse power than 2012 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Aura should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Vivaro.
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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Vivaro. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Saturn Aura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Vivaro. 2007 Saturn Aura has automatic transmission and 2012 Opel Vivaro has manual transmission. 2012 Opel Vivaro 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 | 2012 Opel Vivaro | |
| Make | Saturn | Opel |
| Model | Aura | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3100 mm |
