1999 Chevrolet Express vs. 2000 Saturn L
To start off, 2000 Saturn L is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2000 Saturn L. (180 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1014 kg more than 2000 Saturn L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Express 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 1999 Chevrolet Express. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Express (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn L. (257 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Express | 2000 Saturn L | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saturn |
| Model | Express | L |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2334 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2710 mm |
