2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2005 Saturn ION
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (145 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Saturn ION. (140 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 513 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 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn ION. (197 Nm). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2005 Saturn ION | |
| Make | Hyundai | Saturn |
| Model | Santa Fe | ION |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 140 HP |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 49 L |
