2000 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Saturn ION
To start off, 2006 Saturn ION is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A4 (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Saturn ION. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A4 weights approximately 205 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 2000 Audi A4 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, 2000 Audi A4 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, 2000 Audi A4 (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn ION. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 2006 Saturn ION | |
| Make | Audi | Saturn |
| Model | A4 | ION |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 95 L |
