2006 Saturn ION vs. 1999 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2006 Saturn ION is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn ION (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Yaris. (84 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn ION weights approximately 985 kg more than 1999 Toyota Yaris. 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Yaris. (131 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Saturn ION | 1999 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Saturn | Toyota |
| Model | ION | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |
