2008 Saturn Aura vs. 2009 Opel Agila
To start off, 2009 Opel Agila 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 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 85 more horse power than 2009 Opel Agila. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Aura should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Agila.
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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Agila. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Aura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Agila. 2008 Saturn Aura has automatic transmission and 2009 Opel Agila has manual transmission. 2009 Opel Agila 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 | 2009 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Saturn | Opel |
| Model | Aura | Agila |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 41 L |
