2005 Saturn ION vs. 2010 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Actyon 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 2,195 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn ION (140 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Actyon. (139 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 513 kg more than 2005 Saturn ION.
Because 2010 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2010 SsangYong Actyon 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 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn ION. (197 Nm). This means 2010 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Saturn ION | 2010 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Saturn | SsangYong |
Model | ION | Actyon |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 139 HP |
Torque | 197 Nm | 310 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1776 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 75 L |