2008 Saturn Aura vs. 2010 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2010 Toyota Aygo 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 186 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Aura should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Aura weights approximately 421 kg more than 2010 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Aura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Aygo. 2008 Saturn Aura has automatic transmission and 2010 Toyota Aygo has manual transmission. 2010 Toyota Aygo 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 Toyota Aygo | |
Make | Saturn | Toyota |
Model | Aura | Aygo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 864 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3405 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1615 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 35 L |