2005 Saturn ION vs. 1999 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2005 Saturn ION is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Saturn ION. (138 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda CR-V weights approximately 300 kg more than 2005 Saturn ION. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda CR-V 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, 1999 Honda CR-V 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Saturn ION | 1999 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Saturn | Honda |
Model | ION | CR-V |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2189 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |