2009 Saturn Aura vs. 2000 Kia Clarus
To start off, 2009 Saturn Aura is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Clarus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Clarus would be higher. At 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Aura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Aura (164 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2000 Kia Clarus. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Aura should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Clarus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Aura weights approximately 102 kg more than 2000 Kia Clarus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Saturn Aura (216 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Clarus. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Aura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Clarus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Saturn Aura | 2000 Kia Clarus | |
| Make | Saturn | Kia |
| Model | Aura | Clarus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
