2004 Saturn ION vs. 2000 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2004 Saturn ION is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda CR-V (148 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Saturn ION. (141 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2004 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda CR-V weights approximately 252 kg more than 2004 Saturn ION. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda CR-V 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, 2000 Honda CR-V 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 2004 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Saturn ION | 2000 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Saturn | Honda |
| Model | ION | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
