2002 Lexus LX 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 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lexus LX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2006 Saturn ION. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus LX weights approximately 986 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 2002 Lexus LX 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, 2002 Lexus LX 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, 2002 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn ION. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lexus LX | 2006 Saturn ION | |
| Make | Lexus | Saturn |
| Model | LX | ION |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 49 L |
