2005 Lada Oka vs. 2007 Saturn ION
To start off, 2007 Saturn ION is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lada Oka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lada Oka would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saturn ION (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2005 Lada Oka. (30 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Oka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saturn ION weights approximately 693 kg more than 2005 Lada Oka. 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, 2007 Saturn ION (203 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Oka. (46 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Oka.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lada Oka | 2007 Saturn ION | |
Make | Lada | Saturn |
Model | Oka | ION |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 644 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 46 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3210 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2630 mm |