1993 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2006 Saturn ION
To start off, 2006 Saturn ION is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Saturn ION. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn ION weights approximately 420 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet Blazer.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Saturn ION. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn ION. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Blazer | 2006 Saturn ION | |
Make | Chevrolet | Saturn |
Model | Blazer | ION |
Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |