2009 Saturn Aura vs. 2012 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2012 Fiat Ulysse 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 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Aura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Aura (164 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Ulysse. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Aura should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 318 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 (216 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Ulysse. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Aura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Saturn Aura | 2012 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Saturn | Fiat |
| Model | Aura | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
