2009 Honda Jazz vs. 2006 Saturn ION
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 3 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn ION (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Honda Jazz. (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Jazz.
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, 2006 Saturn ION (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Jazz | 2006 Saturn ION | |
Make | Honda | Saturn |
Model | Jazz | ION |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 49 L |