2009 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 2009 Saturn Aura
To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz G 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Aura. (252 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Aura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Aura weights approximately 60 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz G.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Saturn Aura. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G 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 Mercedes-Benz G (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Aura. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Aura.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz G | 2009 Saturn Aura | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Saturn |
Model | G | Aura |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5461 cc | 3563 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 382 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 61 L |