2006 Infiniti M vs. 2006 Saturn ION
To start off, both 2006 Infiniti M and 2006 Saturn ION were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2006 Saturn ION. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn ION.
Because 2006 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Saturn ION. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn ION. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Infiniti M | 2006 Saturn ION | |
Make | Infiniti | Saturn |
Model | M | ION |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Width | 140 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 140 mm | 1460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 49 L |