1994 Renault Express vs. 2004 Saturn ION
To start off, 2004 Saturn ION is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault Express would be higher. At 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saturn ION (138 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1994 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Saturn ION weights approximately 430 kg more than 1994 Renault Express. 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, 2004 Saturn ION (197 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Renault Express | 2004 Saturn ION | |
Make | Renault | Saturn |
Model | Express | ION |
Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2187 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2630 mm |