2008 Saturn Aura vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Aura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Aura (253 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Aura should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Altima weights approximately 113 kg more than 2008 Saturn Aura.
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 (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Aura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Saturn Aura | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Saturn | Nissan |
Model | Aura | Altima |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2675 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 76 L |