2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon vs. 2007 Saturn ION
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon and 2007 Saturn ION were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Saturn ION. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon should accelerate faster than 2007 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon weights approximately 276 kg more than 2007 Saturn ION. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Saturn ION. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saturn ION. (203 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon | 2007 Saturn ION | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Saturn |
Model | Crosswagon | ION |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 94.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 49 L |