2009 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2008 Saturn Aura
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 1 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 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse (281 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Saturn Aura. (253 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2008 Saturn Aura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Aura weights approximately 24 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet Traverse (361 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Aura. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Aura.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Traverse | 2008 Saturn Aura | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saturn |
| Model | Traverse | Aura |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 61 L |
