2004 Saturn ION vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2004 Saturn ION. (138 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2004 Saturn ION.
Because 2012 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Saturn ION. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX 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, 2012 Infiniti FX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saturn ION. (197 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saturn ION. 2012 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2004 Saturn ION has manual transmission. 2004 Saturn ION will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Saturn ION | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Saturn | Infiniti |
| Model | ION | FX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2187 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2885 mm |
