2005 Saturn ION vs. 2013 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 8 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 746 kg more than 2005 Saturn ION.
Because 2013 Aston Martin Rapide 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 2013 Aston Martin Rapide. 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, 2013 Aston Martin Rapide (601 Nm) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn ION. (197 Nm). This means 2013 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Saturn ION | 2013 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | Saturn | Aston Martin |
| Model | ION | Rapide |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2989 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 91 L |
