1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia vs. 2000 Saturn L
To start off, 2000 Saturn L is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2000 Saturn L. (180 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Saturn L weights approximately 60 kg more than 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Because 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Saturn L, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn L. (257 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn L. 2000 Saturn L has automatic transmission and 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia has manual transmission. 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Saturn L will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | 2000 Saturn L | |
Make | Nissan | Saturn |
Model | 200 SX Silvia | L |
Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |