2006 Saturn ION vs. 2011 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 Ford Falcon is newer by 5 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Falcon (265 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2006 Saturn ION. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Falcon weights approximately 307 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 2011 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Saturn ION, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Ford Falcon (409 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn ION. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Saturn ION | 2011 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Saturn | Ford |
Model | ION | Falcon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 409 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 99.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | LPG |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1757 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4967 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2838 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 68 L |