2008 Saturn Vue vs. 2006 Saturn ION
To start off, 2008 Saturn Vue 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Vue (257 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2006 Saturn ION. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Vue weights approximately 485 kg more than 2006 Saturn ION. 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, 2008 Saturn Vue (336 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn ION. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn ION. 2008 Saturn Vue has automatic transmission and 2006 Saturn ION has manual transmission. 2006 Saturn ION will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Saturn Vue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Saturn Vue | 2006 Saturn ION | |
| Make | Saturn | Saturn |
| Model | Vue | ION |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 95 L |
