2005 Saturn ION vs. 1995 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Saturn ION is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn ION (140 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1995 Toyota RAV4. (126 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 37 kg more than 2005 Saturn ION.
Because 1995 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Saturn ION. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota RAV4. (172 Nm). This means 2005 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Saturn ION | 1995 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Saturn | Toyota |
| Model | ION | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 126 HP |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
