2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2008 Saturn Aura
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2008 Saturn Aura. (219 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 Saturn Aura.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Aura. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Aura.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2008 Saturn Aura | |
Make | Chevrolet | Saturn |
Model | Silverado | Aura |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 353 HP | 219 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 6340 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 61 L |