2005 Chevrolet Vivant vs. 2005 Saturn ION
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Vivant 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn ION (140 HP) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Vivant. (120 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Vivant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Vivant weights approximately 64 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Saturn ION (197 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Vivant. (176 Nm). This means 2005 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Vivant.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Vivant | 2005 Saturn ION | |
Make | Chevrolet | Saturn |
Model | Vivant | ION |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 140 HP |
Torque | 176 Nm | 197 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 1244 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 49 L |