2008 Saturn Aura vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2008 Saturn Aura and 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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 Saturn Aura (164 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Aura should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Aura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Saturn Aura | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Saturn | Volkswagen |
Model | Aura | Golf |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |