1993 Infiniti J30 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 Infiniti J30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Infiniti J30 would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Infiniti J30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Infiniti J30 (210 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2006 Saturn ION. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Infiniti J30 should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Infiniti J30 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2006 Saturn ION. 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, 1993 Infiniti J30 (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn ION. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Infiniti J30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Infiniti J30 | 2006 Saturn ION | |
| Make | Infiniti | Saturn |
| Model | J30 | ION |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 49 L |
