2008 Renault Kangoo vs. 2005 Saturn ION
To start off, 2008 Renault Kangoo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Saturn ION. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Saturn ION would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn ION (138 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 205 kg more than 2005 Saturn ION.
Because 2008 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Saturn ION. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Renault Kangoo will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Saturn ION (197 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Renault Kangoo | 2005 Saturn ION | |
Make | Renault | Saturn |
Model | Kangoo | ION |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1869 cc | 2189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 49 L |