2009 Saturn Aura vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2009 Saturn Aura is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Touran 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 153 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Aura should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 288 kg more than 2009 Saturn Aura.
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 (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Aura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. 2009 Saturn Aura has automatic transmission and 2004 Volkswagen Touran has manual transmission. 2004 Volkswagen Touran will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Saturn Aura will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Saturn Aura | 2004 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Saturn | Volkswagen |
| Model | Aura | Touran |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
