2008 Ford S-Max vs. 2008 Saturn Aura
To start off, both 2008 Ford S-Max 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Aura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Aura (253 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2008 Ford S-Max. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Aura should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford S-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford S-Max weights approximately 320 kg more than 2008 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 Saturn Aura (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford S-Max. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Aura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford S-Max. 2008 Saturn Aura has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford S-Max has manual transmission. 2008 Ford S-Max will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Saturn Aura will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford S-Max | 2008 Saturn Aura | |
| Make | Ford | Saturn |
| Model | S-Max | Aura |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
