2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2007 Saturn Aura
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2007 Saturn Aura. (252 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2007 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 Dodge Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saturn Aura. (340 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saturn Aura.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 2007 Saturn Aura | |
| Make | Dodge | Saturn |
| Model | Ram | Aura |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2860 mm |
