2005 Saturn ION vs. 2012 Kia Soul
To start off, 2012 Kia Soul is newer by 7 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, 2012 Kia Soul (164 HP) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Saturn ION. (140 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn ION weights approximately 16 kg more than 2012 Kia Soul.
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, 2012 Kia Soul (200 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn ION. (197 Nm). This means 2012 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Saturn ION | 2012 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Saturn | Kia |
| Model | ION | Soul |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 164 HP |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 48 L |
