2008 Lada 21 vs. 2008 Saturn Aura
To start off, both 2008 Lada 21 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 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Aura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Aura (164 HP) has 84 more horse power than 2008 Lada 21. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Aura should accelerate faster than 2008 Lada 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Aura weights approximately 155 kg more than 2008 Lada 21. 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, 2008 Saturn Aura (216 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada 21. (121 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Aura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lada 21. 2008 Saturn Aura has automatic transmission and 2008 Lada 21 has manual transmission. 2008 Lada 21 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 Lada 21 | 2008 Saturn Aura | |
Make | Lada | Saturn |
Model | 21 | Aura |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 164 HP |
Torque | 121 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5000 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 | 1130 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 61 L |