2005 Hyundai Tucson 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 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn ION (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (139 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 59 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Saturn ION (197 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (181 Nm). This means 2006 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Tucson | 2006 Saturn ION | |
Make | Hyundai | Saturn |
Model | Tucson | ION |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1966 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 197 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1411 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 49 L |