2008 Honda Jazz vs. 2006 Saturn ION
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz 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) has 63 more horse power than 2008 Honda Jazz. (77 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn ION weights approximately 376 kg more than 2008 Honda Jazz. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Jazz | 2006 Saturn ION | |
| Make | Honda | Saturn |
| Model | Jazz | ION |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 140 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 49 L |
