2005 Saturn ION vs. 2008 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 3 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 69 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Ignis. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn ION weights approximately 220 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Ignis. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Ignis. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Saturn ION | 2008 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Saturn | Suzuki |
| Model | ION | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |
