2005 Acura TL vs. 2005 Saturn ION
To start off, both 2005 Acura TL and 2005 Saturn ION were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura TL (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2005 Saturn ION. (138 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura TL weights approximately 413 kg more than 2005 Saturn ION. 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, 2005 Acura TL (323 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn ION. (197 Nm). This means 2005 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn ION. 2005 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2005 Saturn ION has manual transmission. 2005 Saturn ION will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura TL | 2005 Saturn ION | |
Make | Acura | Saturn |
Model | TL | ION |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 197 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 49 L |