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 2,967 cc, 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (250 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 86 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2008 Saturn Aura. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Saturn Aura. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 234 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.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A4 | 2008 Saturn Aura | |
Make | Audi | Saturn |
Model | A4 | Aura |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2401 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 61 L |