2002 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Saturn ION
To start off, 2006 Saturn ION is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,195 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Civic (157 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Saturn ION. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn ION weights approximately 180 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic.
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, 2006 Saturn ION (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic. 2006 Saturn ION has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2002 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Saturn ION will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Civic | 2006 Saturn ION | |
| Make | Honda | Saturn |
| Model | Civic | ION |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1264 kg | 1444 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 49 L |
