1995 Rover 800 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 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 800 would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 800 (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Saturn ION. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn ION weights approximately 426 kg more than 1995 Rover 800.
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, 1995 Rover 800 (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn ION. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Rover 800 | 2006 Saturn ION | |
Make | Rover | Saturn |
Model | 800 | ION |
Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 59 L |