2009 Honda CR-V vs. 2008 Saturn Aura
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Aura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Aura (219 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2009 Honda CR-V. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Aura should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda CR-V.
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, 2008 Saturn Aura (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Aura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda CR-V | 2008 Saturn Aura | |
| Make | Honda | Saturn |
| Model | CR-V | Aura |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 219 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 61 L |
