2004 GMC Sonoma vs. 2004 Saturn ION
To start off, both 2004 GMC Sonoma and 2004 Saturn ION were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2004 GMC Sonoma and 2004 Saturn ION are equipped with a 2,196 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saturn ION (141 HP) has 23 more horse power than 2004 GMC Sonoma. (118 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Sonoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sonoma weights approximately 222 kg more than 2004 Saturn ION.
Because 2004 GMC Sonoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Saturn ION. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sonoma will offer significantly more control. 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 Saturn ION (197 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Sonoma. (190 Nm). This means 2004 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Sonoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Sonoma | 2004 Saturn ION | |
| Make | GMC | Saturn |
| Model | Sonoma | ION |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 141 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 50 L |
