2005 Saturn ION vs. 2010 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin DBS 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP) has 370 more horse power than 2005 Saturn ION. (140 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 432 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 Aston Martin DBS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Aston Martin DBS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Saturn ION, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn ION. (197 Nm). This means 2010 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Saturn ION | 2010 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Saturn | Aston Martin |
| Model | ION | DBS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 510 HP |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4722 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 78 L |
