2006 Saturn ION vs. 2011 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2011 Renault Laguna 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Laguna (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2006 Saturn ION. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn ION.
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, 2011 Renault Laguna (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn ION. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Saturn ION | 2011 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Saturn | Renault |
Model | ION | Laguna |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 82.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |