2007 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Saturn ION
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Saturn ION. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Saturn ION would be higher. At 2,195 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn ION (140 HP) has 71 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (69 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn ION weights approximately 328 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda. 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, 2005 Saturn ION (197 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm). This means 2005 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 2005 Saturn ION | |
| Make | Fiat | Saturn |
| Model | Panda | ION |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 140 HP |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 49 L |
