2008 Saturn Aura vs. 2013 Smart Fortwo
To start off, 2013 Smart Fortwo 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 93 more horse power than 2013 Smart Fortwo. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Aura should accelerate faster than 2013 Smart Fortwo.
Because 2013 Smart Fortwo 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 2013 Smart Fortwo. 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, 2008 Saturn Aura (216 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Smart Fortwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Aura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Smart Fortwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Saturn Aura | 2013 Smart Fortwo | |
| Make | Saturn | Smart |
| Model | Aura | Fortwo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1559 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 1867 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 33 L |
