2005 Opel Agila vs. 2005 Saturn ION
To start off, both 2005 Opel Agila 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) has 63 more horse power than 2005 Opel Agila. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn ION weights approximately 220 kg more than 2005 Opel Agila. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Agila. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Agila | 2005 Saturn ION | |
Make | Opel | Saturn |
Model | Agila | ION |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 2189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2630 mm |