2008 Cadillac SRX vs. 2008 Saturn Aura
To start off, both 2008 Cadillac SRX 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2008 Saturn Aura. (164 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2008 Saturn Aura.
Because 2008 Cadillac SRX 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 Cadillac SRX 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 Cadillac SRX (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Aura. (216 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Aura.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac SRX | 2008 Saturn Aura | |
Make | Cadillac | Saturn |
Model | SRX | Aura |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 61 L |