1997 Nissan Rasheen vs. 2006 Saturn ION
To start off, 2006 Saturn ION is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Rasheen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Rasheen would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn ION (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Rasheen. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Rasheen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn ION weights approximately 121 kg more than 1997 Nissan Rasheen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Saturn ION. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Rasheen will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Saturn ION (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Rasheen. (160 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Rasheen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan Rasheen | 2006 Saturn ION | |
| Make | Nissan | Saturn |
| Model | Rasheen | ION |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1837 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |
