2005 Saturn ION vs. 2009 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2009 Opel Insignia is newer by 4 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2005 Saturn ION. (138 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn ION.
Because 2009 Opel Insignia 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, 2009 Opel Insignia 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, 2009 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn ION. (197 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Saturn ION | 2009 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Saturn | Opel |
| Model | ION | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2737 mm |
