Saturn Aura vs. Subaru Legacy
When comparing the Saturn Aura's and the Subaru Legacy's specifications and ratings, the Saturn Aura has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency. The Subaru Legacy has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Saturn Aura's and the Subaru Legacy's specifications and ratings, the Saturn Aura is a better car than the Subaru Legacy.
Saturn Aura vs. Subaru Legacy Pricing
A used 2009 Saturn Aura ranges from $2,878 to $9,517 while a used 2009 Subaru Legacy is priced between $3,999 to $10,967.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Saturn Aura’s base engine makes 169 horsepower, and the Subaru Legacy base engine makes 170 horsepower. The Aura is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 528 miles. The Legacy is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 456 miles. This gives the Saturn Aura the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Subaru Legacy. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Subaru Legacy has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
2878 - 9517
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
3999 - 10967
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.415894
Saturn Aura Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Subaru Legacy Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.449106 / 10
Reliability:
8.547319 / 10
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Saturn Aura Rankings
Not yet available
Subaru Legacy Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 9Ranking
3 out of / 13Ranking
3 out of / 13Ranking
3 out of / 13Ranking
3 out of / 13Ranking
3 out of / 6Ranking
3 out of / 5Ranking
5 out of / 13Ranking
5 out of / 13Ranking
6 out of / 13Ranking
6 out of / 13Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Saturn Aura Trim Levels
XE, XR, XR V6
Subaru Legacy Trim Levels
2.5 GT Limited, 2.5 GT spec.B, 2.5i, 2.5i Limited, 2.5i Special Edition, 3.0R, 3.0R Limited
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
169 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
160 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.049 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
170 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
170 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.052 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 33 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
352 / 528 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Flat/Horizontally Opposed
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 27 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
338 / 456 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54 inches
Cargo Space:
14.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.7 inches
Cargo Space:
11.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
90.9 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3436 lbs
Width:
70.3 inches
Height:
57.6 inches
Length:
190.9 inches
Wheelbase:
112.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3275 lbs
Width:
68.1 inches
Height:
56.1 inches
Length:
185 inches
Wheelbase:
105.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available