2005 Saturn ION vs. 2010 Acura MDX
To start off, 2010 Acura MDX is newer by 5 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura MDX (300 HP) has 160 more horse power than 2005 Saturn ION. (140 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura MDX weights approximately 801 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 2010 Acura MDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Saturn ION. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura MDX 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, 2010 Acura MDX (366 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn ION. (197 Nm). This means 2010 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Saturn ION | 2010 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Saturn | Acura |
| Model | ION | MDX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 2064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 79 L |
