2008 Saturn Aura vs. 2007 Saturn ION
To start off, 2008 Saturn Aura is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Saturn ION. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Saturn ION would be higher. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Aura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Aura (164 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Saturn ION. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Aura should accelerate faster than 2007 Saturn ION.
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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saturn ION. (203 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Aura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saturn ION. 2008 Saturn Aura has automatic transmission and 2007 Saturn ION has manual transmission. 2007 Saturn ION 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 | 2007 Saturn ION | |
Make | Saturn | Saturn |
Model | Aura | ION |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 49 L |