2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2005 Saturn ION
To start off, both 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager 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 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager (150 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Saturn ION. (138 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 738 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 Chrysler Grand Voyager (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn ION. (197 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2005 Saturn ION | |
Make | Chrysler | Saturn |
Model | Grand Voyager | ION |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2425 cc | 2189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1938 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 49 L |