2005 Saturn ION vs. 2011 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2011 Jeep Liberty is newer by 6 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), 2011 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Liberty (210 HP) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Saturn ION. (140 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 605 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 2011 Jeep Liberty 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 2011 Jeep Liberty. 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, 2011 Jeep Liberty (318 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn ION. (197 Nm). This means 2011 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Saturn ION | 2011 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Saturn | Jeep |
| Model | ION | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1849 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4473 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2695 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 74 L |
