2009 Saturn Aura vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Saturn Aura is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Aura (167 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Aura should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 69 kg more than 2009 Saturn Aura.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester 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, 2005 Subaru Forester 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, 2005 Subaru Forester (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Aura. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Aura.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Saturn Aura | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Saturn | Subaru |
| Model | Aura | Forester |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2382 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| 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 | 1398 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
