1995 Lotec Testa de Oro vs. 2006 Saturn ION

To start off, 2006 Saturn ION is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 601 more horse power than 2006 Saturn ION. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro weights approximately 400 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.

Because 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Saturn ION, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 703 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn ION. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn ION.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Lotec Testa de Oro 2006 Saturn ION
Make Lotec Saturn
Model Testa de Oro ION
Year Released 1995 2006
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4943 cc 2199 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 741 HP 140 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 900 Nm 197 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1650 kg 1250 kg


 

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