2007 Hyundai Accent vs. 2006 Saturn ION
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Accent is newer by 1 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 2,195 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn ION (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Accent. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn ION weights approximately 256 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Accent. 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, 2006 Saturn ION (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Accent. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Accent | 2006 Saturn ION | |
| Make | Hyundai | Saturn |
| Model | Accent | ION |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1444 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 49 L |
