2006 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Saturn ION
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 1 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Saturn ION. (138 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn ION.
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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn ION. (197 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 2005 Saturn ION | |
Make | Honda | Saturn |
Model | Accord | ION |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |