2004 Saturn ION vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, both 2004 Saturn ION and 2004 Honda Civic were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saturn ION (141 HP) has 33 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Saturn ION weights approximately 408 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. 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, 2004 Saturn ION (197 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (144 Nm). This means 2004 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Saturn ION | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Saturn | Honda |
| Model | ION | Civic |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
