1998 Nissan Pickup vs. 1996 Saturn SL
To start off, 1998 Nissan Pickup is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Saturn SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Saturn SL would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Pickup (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Saturn SL. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 1996 Saturn SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 714 kg more than 1996 Saturn SL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Saturn SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Pickup will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Nissan Pickup (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Saturn SL. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Saturn SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Pickup | 1996 Saturn SL | |
| Make | Nissan | Saturn |
| Model | Pickup | SL |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
