2008 Honda Jazz vs. 2009 Saturn Aura
To start off, 2009 Saturn Aura is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Aura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Aura (164 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2008 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Aura should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Aura weights approximately 343 kg more than 2008 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Saturn Aura (216 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Aura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Jazz | 2009 Saturn Aura | |
Make | Honda | Saturn |
Model | Jazz | Aura |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 989 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 61 L |