2000 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2005 Saturn ION
To start off, 2005 Saturn ION is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 2005 Saturn ION. (138 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 500 kg more than 2005 Saturn ION. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Lamborghini Diablo 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 2000 Lamborghini Diablo. 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, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn ION. (197 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lamborghini Diablo | 2005 Saturn ION | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Saturn |
| Model | Diablo | ION |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 2189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
