2006 Saturn ION vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2006 Saturn ION is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Saturn ION. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn ION weights approximately 14 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna.
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, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn ION. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Saturn ION | 1998 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Saturn | Mitsubishi |
| Model | ION | Magna |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1444 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
