1996 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Saturn L
To start off, 2004 Saturn L is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saturn L (135 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Saturn L weights approximately 45 kg more than 1996 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Saturn L (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Saturn L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Accord | 2004 Saturn L | |
| Make | Honda | Saturn |
| Model | Accord | L |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1850 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |
