2004 Saturn ION vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Saturn ION. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Saturn ION would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2004 Saturn ION. (138 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2004 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 712 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 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saturn ION. (197 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Saturn ION | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Saturn | Toyota |
| Model | ION | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2187 cc | 3948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1962 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
