2005 Saturn ION vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (355 HP) has 215 more horse power than 2005 Saturn ION. (140 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1271 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 2013 Ford F-150 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Saturn ION. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (515 Nm) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn ION. (197 Nm). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Saturn ION | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Saturn | Ford |
| Model | ION | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 355 HP |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 2534 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2464 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3683 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 136 L |
