2005 Saturn ION vs. 2010 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2010 Ford Falcon 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Falcon (261 HP) has 121 more horse power than 2005 Saturn ION. (140 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Falcon weights approximately 441 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 Ford Falcon 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 Ford Falcon. 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 Ford Falcon (391 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn ION. (197 Nm). This means 2010 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Saturn ION | 2010 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Saturn | Ford |
| Model | ION | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 261 HP |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4955 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 68 L |
