2009 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2007 Saturn Aura
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline 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 2 more horse power than 2009 Honda Ridgeline. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Aura should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2009 Honda Ridgeline 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 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2007 Saturn Aura (340 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Ridgeline. (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Saturn Aura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Ridgeline | 2007 Saturn Aura | |
| Make | Honda | Saturn |
| Model | Ridgeline | Aura |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2860 mm |
