2008 Saturn Aura vs. 2011 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition is newer by 3 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2008 Saturn Aura. (219 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2008 Saturn Aura.
Because 2011 Ford Expedition is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Aura, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Aura. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Aura.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Saturn Aura | 2011 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Saturn | Ford |
| Model | Aura | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 219 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 106 L |
