2009 Saturn Aura vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2009 Saturn Aura is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Bora 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 124 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Aura should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 88 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Aura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Saturn Aura | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Saturn | Volkswagen |
Model | Aura | Bora |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3563 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1373 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |