2004 Ford Transit Connect 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 Ford Transit Connect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Transit Connect would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn ION (140 HP) has 26 more horse power than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (114 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Saturn ION.
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, 2005 Saturn ION (197 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (160 Nm). This means 2005 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Transit Connect | 2005 Saturn ION | |
| Make | Ford | Saturn |
| Model | Transit Connect | ION |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 140 HP |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
