2003 Ford Freestar 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 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Freestar (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Saturn ION. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Freestar weights approximately 490 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.
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, 2003 Ford Freestar (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn ION. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Freestar | 2006 Saturn ION | |
| Make | Ford | Saturn |
| Model | Freestar | ION |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3801 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2630 mm |
