2005 Saturn ION vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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 2,195 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Saturn ION. (140 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1369 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 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn ION. (197 Nm). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Saturn ION | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Saturn | Land Rover |
Model | ION | Freelander |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 158 HP |
Torque | 197 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 2632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 24.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 68 L |