2007 Saturn ION vs. 2010 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 207 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Saturn ION. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Saturn ION would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saturn ION (145 HP) has 71 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 207. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saturn ION weights approximately 255 kg more than 2010 Peugeot 207. 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, 2007 Saturn ION (203 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 207. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Saturn ION | 2010 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Saturn | Peugeot |
| Model | ION | 207 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 50 L |
