2009 Audi Q5 vs. 2007 Saturn Aura
To start off, 2009 Audi Q5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Saturn Aura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Saturn Aura would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Saturn Aura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saturn Aura (252 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q5. (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Aura should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q5.
Because 2009 Audi Q5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Saturn Aura. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q5 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, 2009 Audi Q5 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saturn Aura. (340 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saturn Aura. 2007 Saturn Aura has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi Q5 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi Q5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Saturn Aura will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi Q5 | 2007 Saturn Aura | |
Make | Audi | Saturn |
Model | Q5 | Aura |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 85.6 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2860 mm |