1999 Saab 03-Sep vs. 2006 Saturn ION
To start off, 2006 Saturn ION is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Saab 03-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Saab 03-Sep would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Saab 03-Sep (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2006 Saturn ION. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn ION weights approximately 52 kg more than 1999 Saab 03-Sep.
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, 1999 Saab 03-Sep (342 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn ION. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Saab 03-Sep | 2006 Saturn ION | |
| Make | Saab | Saturn |
| Model | 03-Sep | ION |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 49 L |
