2006 Saturn ION vs. 2011 Geely Ck1
To start off, 2011 Geely Ck1 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 2,194 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn ION (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2011 Geely Ck1. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 2011 Geely Ck1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn ION weights approximately 410 kg more than 2011 Geely Ck1. 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Geely Ck1. (128 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Geely Ck1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Saturn ION | 2011 Geely Ck1 | |
| Make | Saturn | Geely |
| Model | ION | Ck1 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 2194 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 45 L |
