2004 Saturn ION vs. 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti is newer by 8 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 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saturn ION (138 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti weights approximately 34 kg more than 2004 Saturn ION.
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 @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Saturn ION | 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti | |
| Make | Saturn | Chevrolet |
| Model | ION | Lacetti |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2187 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
