2005 Saturn ION vs. 2006 Volvo V70
To start off, 2006 Volvo V70 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo V70 (207 HP) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Saturn ION. (140 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo V70 weights approximately 442 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 2006 Volvo V70 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, 2006 Volvo V70 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, 2006 Volvo V70 (320 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn ION. (197 Nm). This means 2006 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Saturn ION | 2006 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Saturn | Volvo |
| Model | ION | V70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 207 HP |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |
