2005 Saturn ION vs. 2012 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Equator 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Equator (152 HP) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Saturn ION. (140 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn ION weights approximately 269 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Equator.
Because 2012 Suzuki Equator 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 2012 Suzuki Equator. 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, 2012 Suzuki Equator (232 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn ION. (197 Nm). This means 2012 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Saturn ION | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Saturn | Suzuki |
| Model | ION | Equator |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 152 HP |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 80 L |
