2008 Saturn Aura vs. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox 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 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 73 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Aura should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 496 kg more than 2008 Saturn Aura.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Saturn Aura. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Aura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Saturn Aura | 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Saturn | Chevrolet |
| Model | Aura | Equinox |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1781 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4771 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2857 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 71 L |
