2004 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2006 Saturn ION. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn ION weights approximately 109 kg more than 2004 Ford F-150.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (343 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn ION. (197 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford F-150 | 2006 Saturn ION | |
Make | Ford | Saturn |
Model | F-150 | ION |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 197 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 94 mm |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1946 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 49 L |