2009 Audi R8 vs. 2005 Saturn ION
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 4 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP) has 378 more horse power than 2005 Saturn ION. (140 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 336 kg more than 2005 Saturn ION. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Saturn ION. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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, 2009 Audi R8 (530 Nm) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn ION. (197 Nm). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2005 Saturn ION | |
| Make | Audi | Saturn |
| Model | R8 | ION |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 140 HP |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 49 L |
