1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2003 Saturn L
To start off, 2003 Saturn L is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2003 Saturn L. (135 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2003 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 545 kg more than 2003 Saturn L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Saturn L. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Saturn L. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 2003 Saturn L | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saturn |
| Model | Silverado | L |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
