2006 Saturn ION vs. 2012 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Tucson 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Tucson (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Saturn ION. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 94 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.
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, 2012 Hyundai Tucson (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn ION. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Saturn ION | 2012 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Saturn | Hyundai |
Model | ION | Tucson |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1411 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4399 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 58 L |