2009 Saturn Aura vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Saturn Aura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Saturn Aura 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 64 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Aura should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1305 kg more than 2009 Saturn Aura.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Aura, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Aura. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Aura.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Saturn Aura | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
| Make | Saturn | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Aura | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 2590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5906 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2024 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2446 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3665 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 100 L |
