2008 Saturn Aura vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 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 3,000 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2008 Saturn Aura. (164 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2008 Saturn Aura.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Aura. (216 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Aura.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Saturn Aura | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Saturn | Volvo |
Model | Aura | S60 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2097 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1484 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |