2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2005 Saturn ION
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Blazer 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Saturn ION. (138 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 562 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.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Saturn ION. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer 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 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn ION. (197 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Blazer | 2005 Saturn ION | |
Make | Chevrolet | Saturn |
Model | Blazer | ION |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 197 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 49 L |