2006 Saturn ION vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2006 Saturn ION is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Saturn ION. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 163 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, 2005 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn ION. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Saturn ION | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Saturn | Opel |
Model | ION | Vectra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2194 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 61 L |