2004 Mazda Premacy 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 Mazda Premacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda Premacy 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 30 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Premacy. (110 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn ION weights approximately 9 kg more than 2004 Mazda Premacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Premacy. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Premacy | 2005 Saturn ION | |
| Make | Mazda | Saturn |
| Model | Premacy | ION |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1835 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 140 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 49 L |
