2008 Saturn Aura vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Saturn Aura is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2008 Saturn Aura. (164 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2008 Saturn Aura.
Because 2006 Subaru Impreza 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, 2006 Subaru Impreza 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, 2006 Subaru Impreza (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Aura. (216 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Aura. 2008 Saturn Aura has automatic transmission and 2006 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2006 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Saturn | Subaru |
Model | Aura | Impreza |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |