2008 Saturn Aura vs. 2006 Seat Leon
To start off, 2008 Saturn Aura is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Seat Leon would be higher. 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 149 more horse power than 2006 Seat Leon. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Aura should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Leon weights approximately 11 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Leon. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Aura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Leon. 2008 Saturn Aura has automatic transmission and 2006 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2006 Seat Leon 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 Saturn Aura | 2006 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Saturn | Seat |
| Model | Aura | Leon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
