2006 Saturn ION vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn ION (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (110 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Civic weights approximately 44 kg more 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, 2006 Saturn ION (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (172 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Saturn ION | 2012 Honda Civic | |
Make | Saturn | Honda |
Model | ION | Civic |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1294 kg |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |