2005 Hyundai Getz vs. 2005 Saturn ION
To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Getz 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 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn ION (138 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Getz. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn ION weights approximately 95 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Getz. 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 Saturn ION (197 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Getz. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Getz.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Getz | 2005 Saturn ION | |
Make | Hyundai | Saturn |
Model | Getz | ION |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1086 cc | 2189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 49 L |