2001 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2005 Saturn ION
To start off, 2005 Saturn ION is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn ION (138 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 390 kg more than 2005 Saturn ION.
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, 2005 Saturn ION (197 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2005 Saturn ION | |
Make | Hyundai | Saturn |
Model | Santa Fe | ION |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 49 L |