2009 BMW X5 vs. 2007 Saturn ION
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Saturn ION. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Saturn ION would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2007 Saturn ION. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Saturn ION.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Saturn ION. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 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 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saturn ION. (203 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saturn ION. 2009 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2007 Saturn ION has manual transmission. 2007 Saturn ION will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 2007 Saturn ION | |
| Make | BMW | Saturn |
| Model | X5 | ION |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 49 L |
