2006 Saturn ION vs. 1992 Volkswagen Vento
To start off, 2006 Saturn ION is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volkswagen Vento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volkswagen Vento would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn ION (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1992 Volkswagen Vento. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 1992 Volkswagen Vento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn ION weights approximately 334 kg more than 1992 Volkswagen Vento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Saturn ION (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volkswagen Vento. (150 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volkswagen Vento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Saturn ION | 1992 Volkswagen Vento | |
| Make | Saturn | Volkswagen |
| Model | ION | Vento |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |
