2005 Marcos TSO vs. 2005 Saturn ION
To start off, both 2005 Marcos TSO 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TSO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TSO (475 HP) has 270 more horse power than 2005 Saturn ION. (205 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TSO should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn ION weights approximately 160 kg more than 2005 Marcos TSO.
Because 2005 Marcos TSO is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Marcos TSO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Saturn ION, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Marcos TSO (535 Nm) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn ION. (271 Nm). This means 2005 Marcos TSO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Marcos TSO | 2005 Saturn ION | |
| Make | Marcos | Saturn |
| Model | TSO | ION |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 475 HP | 205 HP |
| Torque | 535 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2640 mm |
