2009 Saturn Aura vs. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 3 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 2,382 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Aura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Aura (167 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Aura should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Aura. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Aura. 2009 Saturn Aura has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Cruze has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze 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 | 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Saturn | Chevrolet |
| Model | Aura | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2382 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 59 L |
