2005 Ford Explorer vs. 2005 Saturn ION
To start off, both 2005 Ford Explorer 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (158 HP) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Saturn ION. (140 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 706 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 Ford Explorer 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 Ford Explorer 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 Ford Explorer (305 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn ION. (197 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 2005 Saturn ION | |
| Make | Ford | Saturn |
| Model | Explorer | ION |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 140 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |
