2008 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Saturn ION

To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 1 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 @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 33 kg more than 2007 Saturn ION.

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, 2008 Ford Focus (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saturn ION. (203 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saturn ION.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Ford Focus 2007 Saturn ION
Make Ford Saturn
Model Focus ION
Year Released 2008 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1560 cc 2198 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 90 HP 145 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 215 Nm 203 Nm
Torque RPM 1850 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 73 mm 86.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 94.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.3:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1362 kg 1329 kg
Vehicle Length 4340 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1610 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 4.8 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 49 L


 

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