2003 Chrysler Airflite vs. 2006 Saturn ION
To start off, 2006 Saturn ION is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chrysler Airflite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chrysler Airflite would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chrysler Airflite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chrysler Airflite (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2006 Saturn ION. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler Airflite should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler Airflite weights approximately 150 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Chrysler Airflite (341 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn ION. (197 Nm). This means 2003 Chrysler Airflite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler Airflite | 2006 Saturn ION | |
| Make | Chrysler | Saturn |
| Model | Airflite | ION |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 49 L |
