1996 Nissan Crew vs. 2005 Saturn ION
To start off, 2005 Saturn ION is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Crew. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Crew would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn ION (138 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Crew. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Crew. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn ION weights approximately 10 kg more than 1996 Nissan Crew. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Nissan Crew 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 1996 Nissan Crew. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Saturn ION (197 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Crew. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Crew.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Nissan Crew | 2005 Saturn ION | |
Make | Nissan | Saturn |
Model | Crew | ION |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |