2006 Saturn ION vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 6 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2006 Saturn ION. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn ION.
Because 2012 BMW 535 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 2012 BMW 535. 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, 2012 BMW 535 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn ION. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Saturn ION | 2012 BMW 535 | |
Make | Saturn | BMW |
Model | ION | 535 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.7 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |