2006 Saturn ION vs. 2009 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Saturn ION. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Saturn ION would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Saturn ION. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 234 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.
Because 2009 Toyota RAV4 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, 2009 Toyota RAV4 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, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn ION. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Saturn ION | 2009 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Saturn | Toyota |
Model | ION | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |