1993 Rover 800 vs. 2005 Saturn ION
To start off, 2005 Saturn ION is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 800 would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 800 (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Saturn ION. (138 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 800 weights approximately 274 kg more than 2005 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 Rover 800 (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn ION. (197 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 800 | 2005 Saturn ION | |
| Make | Rover | Saturn |
| Model | 800 | ION |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 2189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
