2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Saturn ION
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 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 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 30 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C3 weights approximately 208 kg more than 2005 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, 2009 Citroen C3 (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn ION. (197 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C3 | 2005 Saturn ION | |
Make | Citroen | Saturn |
Model | C3 | ION |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1408 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 49 L |