2004 BMW 730 vs. 2006 Saturn ION
To start off, 2006 Saturn ION is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 730 (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2006 Saturn ION. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 730 weights approximately 340 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 2004 BMW 730 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Saturn ION, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 BMW 730 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn ION. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 730 | 2006 Saturn ION | |
Make | BMW | Saturn |
Model | 730 | ION |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 49 L |