Model Year | 2009 | 2006 | |
Model | Saturn AURA | Chevrolet Impala / Monte Carlo | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 252 hp@6300 251 lb-ft@3200 |
5.3L V8 OHV-2v 303 hp@5600 323 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.3 in | 110.5 in | 1.8 in |
Length | 190.9 in | 200.4 in | -9.5 in |
Width | 70.3 in | 72.9 in | -2.6 in |
Height | 57.6 in | 58.7 in | -1.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3660 lb. | 3712 lb. | -52 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.0 gal. | 17.5 gal. | -1.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 39.4 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 58.7 in | -2.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 56.4 in | -3.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 42.3 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.4 in | 37.8 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 58.6 in | -4.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.2 in | 57.2 in | -5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 37.6 in | 0 in |
Total Legroom | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | -0.1 in |
Cargo Volume | 14.9 ft3 | 18.6 ft3 | -3.7 ft3 |
2009 Saturn AURA Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Comfortable for tall people. Lots of front seat legroom and headroom. Telescopic steering. Centre armrest adjusts nicely, I can drive with both elbows resting and still hold steering wheel. see full Saturn AURA review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 219-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
The seats fit me well and I find I can drive for hours without discomfort. see full Saturn AURA review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Tilt/telescoping. Power and heated. They hold you in place in curves better than a sedan usually does. see full Saturn AURA review |
2006 Chevrolet Impala / Monte Carlo Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 211-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Interior room is outstanding. Trunk room is phenomenal, especially with flip and fold flat rear seat. see full Chevrolet Impala / Monte Carlo review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 180-horsepower 3.4L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Rear seat had good room. Passengers had good leg room. Only adults over 6ft would touch the backs of the front seat with their legs. Draw back was the low roof. see full Chevrolet Impala / Monte Carlo review |