2005 Saturn ION vs. 2010 Koenigsegg CCX
To start off, 2010 Koenigsegg CCX 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Koenigsegg CCX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Koenigsegg CCX (806 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 668 more horse power than 2005 Saturn ION. (138 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn ION weights approximately 20 kg more than 2010 Koenigsegg CCX.
Because 2010 Koenigsegg CCX 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 Koenigsegg CCX. 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 Koenigsegg CCX (919 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 722 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn ION. (197 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Koenigsegg CCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Saturn ION | 2010 Koenigsegg CCX | |
| Make | Saturn | Koenigsegg |
| Model | ION | CCX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 806 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 919 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
