2005 Saturn ION vs. 2011 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2011 Toyota Corolla 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn ION (140 HP) has 8 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Corolla. (132 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 11 kg more than 2005 Saturn ION.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Saturn ION (197 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm). This means 2005 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Saturn ION | 2011 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Saturn | Toyota |
| Model | ION | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 132 HP |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 50 L |
