2008 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2008 Saturn Aura
To start off, both 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Aura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander (168 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Saturn Aura. (164 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2008 Saturn Aura.
Because 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 Mitsubishi Outlander (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Aura. (216 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Aura.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2008 Saturn Aura | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Saturn |
Model | Outlander | Aura |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2358 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |