2008 Fiat 500 vs. 2006 Saturn ION
To start off, 2008 Fiat 500 is newer by 2 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn ION (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2008 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn ION weights approximately 585 kg more than 2008 Fiat 500. 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat 500 | 2006 Saturn ION | |
| Make | Fiat | Saturn |
| Model | 500 | ION |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 49 L |
