1995 Saturn SL vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 10 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 23 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Saturn SL should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 269 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, 1995 Saturn SL (168 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Saturn SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Saturn SL | 2005 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Saturn | Volkswagen |
| Model | SL | Touran |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
