2009 BMW 330 vs. 2009 Saturn Aura
To start off, both 2009 BMW 330 and 2009 Saturn Aura were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Aura. (164 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Aura.
Because 2009 BMW 330 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 2009 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 BMW 330 (315 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Aura. (216 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Aura. 2009 Saturn Aura has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Saturn Aura will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW 330 | 2009 Saturn Aura | |
Make | BMW | Saturn |
Model | 330 | Aura |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2401 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 216 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |