1995 Saturn SL vs. 2002 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2002 Toyota Yaris is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Saturn SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Saturn SL would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Saturn SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Saturn SL (125 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Saturn SL should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 15 kg more than 1995 Saturn SL.
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, 2002 Toyota Yaris (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Saturn SL. (168 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Saturn SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Saturn SL | 2002 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Saturn | Toyota |
| Model | SL | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
