2009 Saturn Aura vs. 2001 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Saturn Aura is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Aura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Aura (252 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2001 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Aura should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda CR-V weights approximately 215 kg more than 2009 Saturn Aura.
Because 2001 Honda CR-V 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, 2001 Honda CR-V 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 (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Aura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Saturn Aura | 2001 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Saturn | Honda |
Model | Aura | CR-V |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3563 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 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 | 1285 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |