2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2005 Saturn ION
To start off, 2005 Saturn ION is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Sprinter would be higher. At 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Saturn ION. (138 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 756 kg more than 2005 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, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn ION. (197 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 2005 Saturn ION | |
| Make | Dodge | Saturn |
| Model | Sprinter | ION |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 2189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 49 L |
