1999 Saturn SL vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Saturn SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Saturn SL would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1999 Saturn SL. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Saturn SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1999 Saturn SL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Saturn SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Saturn SL. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Saturn SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Saturn SL | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Saturn | Toyota |
| Model | SL | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
