2000 Mazda Familia 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 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (168 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Saturn ION. (138 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 70 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 Mazda Familia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Saturn ION. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia 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, 2005 Saturn ION (197 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 2005 Saturn ION | |
| Make | Mazda | Saturn |
| Model | Familia | ION |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
