2008 Saturn Aura vs. 2009 Audi A6
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Saturn Aura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Saturn Aura 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 1 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Aura should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 395 kg more than 2008 Saturn Aura.
Because 2009 Audi A6 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, 2009 Audi A6 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 Saturn Aura (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Aura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Saturn Aura | 2009 Audi A6 | |
Make | Saturn | Audi |
Model | Aura | A6 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 3123 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |