1993 Honda CRX 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 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda CRX would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn ION (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1993 Honda CRX. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn ION weights approximately 900 kg more than 1993 Honda CRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Saturn ION (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda CRX. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda CRX | 2006 Saturn ION | |
| Make | Honda | Saturn |
| Model | CRX | ION |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 59 L |
