2005 Saturn ION vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, both 2005 Saturn ION and 2005 Suzuki XL7 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Saturn ION. (140 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 491 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 2005 Suzuki XL7 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, 2005 Suzuki XL7 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 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn ION. (197 Nm). This means 2005 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Saturn ION | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
Make | Saturn | Suzuki |
Model | ION | XL7 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2737 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 185 HP |
Torque | 197 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 64 L |