2005 Saturn ION vs. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 2 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 @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 984 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Saturn ION | 2007 Volkswagen Multivan | |
Make | Saturn | Volkswagen |
Model | ION | Multivan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2189 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2184 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 80 L |