2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Saturn Aura

To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 and 2008 Saturn Aura were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (265 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2008 Saturn Aura. (164 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2008 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, 2008 Audi A4 (447 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Aura. (216 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Aura. 2008 Saturn Aura has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Saturn Aura will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A4 2008 Saturn Aura
Make Audi Saturn
Model A4 Aura
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3196 cc 2393 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 265 HP 164 HP
Engine RPM 3000 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 447 Nm 216 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 5000 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 61 L


 

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