2008 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2007 Saturn Aura
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 1 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 3,195 cc, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva (227 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2007 Saturn Aura. (164 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2007 Saturn Aura.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Saturn Aura. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva 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 Chevrolet Captiva (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saturn Aura. (216 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saturn Aura.
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2008 Chevrolet Captiva | 2007 Saturn Aura | |
Make | Chevrolet | Saturn |
Model | Captiva | Aura |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 2393 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |