2008 Saturn Aura vs. 2011 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2011 Ford Maverick 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 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 105 more horse power than 2011 Ford Maverick. (148 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Aura should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Maverick weights approximately 233 kg more than 2008 Saturn Aura.
Because 2011 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Saturn Aura. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Maverick will offer significantly more control. 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Maverick. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Aura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Maverick. 2008 Saturn Aura has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford Maverick has manual transmission. 2011 Ford Maverick 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 | 2011 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Saturn | Ford |
| Model | Aura | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 62 L |
