2006 Saturn ION vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2006 Saturn ION is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Xedos 9 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Saturn ION. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 135 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn ION. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Saturn ION | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
Make | Saturn | Xedos |
Model | ION | 9 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |