2006 Saturn ION vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2006 Saturn ION is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Skoda Fabia 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 (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn ION weights approximately 210 kg more than 2005 Skoda Fabia. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Saturn ION | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Saturn | Skoda |
| Model | ION | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1420 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 45 L |
