2008 Kia Cee'd vs. 2004 Saturn ION
To start off, 2008 Kia Cee'd is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Saturn ION. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Saturn ION would be higher. At 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saturn ION (138 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 Kia Cee'd. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 118 kg more than 2004 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 Kia Cee'd (235 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saturn ION. (197 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Cee'd | 2004 Saturn ION | |
Make | Kia | Saturn |
Model | Cee'd | ION |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1582 cc | 2187 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |