2005 Saturn ION vs. 2006 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2006 Toyota Aygo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Saturn ION. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Saturn ION would be higher. 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 85 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn ION weights approximately 310 kg more than 2006 Toyota Aygo. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Saturn ION | 2006 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Saturn | Toyota |
| Model | ION | Aygo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 35 L |
