2009 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Saturn ION
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Saturn ION. (138 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn ION weights approximately 66 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
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 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn ION. (197 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn ION. 2009 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2005 Saturn ION has manual transmission. 2005 Saturn ION will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2005 Saturn ION | |
Make | Honda | Saturn |
Model | Accord | ION |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 49 L |