2006 Saturn ION vs. 2003 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2006 Saturn ION is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 306 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 (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 306. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn ION weights approximately 240 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 306. 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 306. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Saturn ION | 2003 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Saturn | Peugeot |
| Model | ION | 306 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 45 L |
