2006 Saturn ION vs. 2011 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2011 Ford Maverick 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Maverick (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2006 Saturn ION. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Maverick weights approximately 155 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 Maverick 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, 2011 Ford Maverick 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, 2011 Ford Maverick (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn ION. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Maverick 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 Maverick | |
| Make | Saturn | Ford |
| Model | ION | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 62 L |
