2008 Saturn Aura vs. 2010 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2010 Jeep Patriot is newer by 2 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Aura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Aura (219 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2010 Jeep Patriot. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Aura should accelerate faster than 2010 Jeep Patriot.
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 (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jeep Patriot. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Aura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jeep Patriot. 2008 Saturn Aura has automatic transmission and 2010 Jeep Patriot has manual transmission. 2010 Jeep Patriot 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 | 2010 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Saturn | Jeep |
| Model | Aura | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 219 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 51 L |
