2005 Saturn ION vs. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, both 2005 Saturn ION and 2005 Volkswagen Multivan were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 27 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. (113 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 921 kg more than 2005 Saturn ION.
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) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. (170 Nm). This means 2005 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Saturn ION | 2005 Volkswagen Multivan | |
Make | Saturn | Volkswagen |
Model | ION | Multivan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 113 HP |
Torque | 197 Nm | 170 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 2184 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 80 L |