2006 Saturn ION vs. 2004 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2006 Saturn ION is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Alhambra (149 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Saturn ION. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 254 kg more than 2006 Saturn ION. 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, 2004 Seat Alhambra (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn ION. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Saturn ION | 2004 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Saturn | Seat |
Model | ION | Alhambra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1411 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |