2006 Saturn ION vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Saturn ION is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (166 HP) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Saturn ION. (140 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn ION weights approximately 42 kg more than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Saturn ION. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Forester (225 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn ION. (197 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Saturn ION | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Saturn | Subaru |
Model | ION | Forester |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 166 HP |
Torque | 197 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1408 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |