2002 Mitsubishi Magna 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 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Magna (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Saturn ION. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn ION weights approximately 41 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi Magna.
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, 2002 Mitsubishi Magna (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn ION. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mitsubishi Magna | 2006 Saturn ION | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Saturn |
| Model | Magna | ION |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 49 L |
