2005 Honda CR-V vs. 2006 Saturn ION
To start off, 2006 Saturn ION is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,202 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn ION (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Honda CR-V. (137 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda CR-V weights approximately 50 kg more than 2006 Saturn ION.
Because 2005 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Saturn ION. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn ION. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda CR-V | 2006 Saturn ION | |
Make | Honda | Saturn |
Model | CR-V | ION |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2202 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 49 L |