2009 Saturn Aura vs. 1997 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 2009 Saturn Aura is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Rasheen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Rasheen would be higher. At 2,382 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Aura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Aura (167 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Rasheen. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Aura should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Rasheen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Aura weights approximately 169 kg more than 1997 Nissan Rasheen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Nissan Rasheen 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, 1997 Nissan Rasheen 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 Saturn Aura (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Rasheen. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Aura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Rasheen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Saturn Aura | 1997 Nissan Rasheen | |
| Make | Saturn | Nissan |
| Model | Aura | Rasheen |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2382 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2440 mm |
