1994 Oldsmobile Aurora vs. 2006 Saturn ION
To start off, 2006 Saturn ION is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2006 Saturn ION. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn ION weights approximately 209 kg more than 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora.
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, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn ION. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora | 2006 Saturn ION | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Saturn |
| Model | Aurora | ION |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1737 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 49 L |
