2008 Saturn Aura vs. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 5 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Aura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Aura (164 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. (134 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Aura should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze.
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 (216 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. (201 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Aura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. 2008 Saturn Aura has automatic transmission and 2013 Chevrolet Cruze has manual transmission. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze 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.
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2008 Saturn Aura | 2013 Chevrolet Cruze | |
Make | Saturn | Chevrolet |
Model | Aura | Cruze |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4597 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 59 L |