2004 Saturn ION vs. 2001 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2004 Saturn ION is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 2,324 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Bora (168 HP) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Saturn ION. (141 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2004 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 102 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 2001 Volkswagen Bora 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, 2001 Volkswagen Bora 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, 2001 Volkswagen Bora (225 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saturn ION. (197 Nm). This means 2001 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Saturn ION | 2001 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Saturn | Volkswagen |
| Model | ION | Bora |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
