2004 Mini Cooper 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 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn ION (138 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Mini Cooper. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 2004 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn ION weights approximately 105 kg more than 2004 Mini Cooper. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm). This means 2005 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mini Cooper | 2005 Saturn ION | |
| Make | Mini | Saturn |
| Model | Cooper | ION |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
