1999 Saturn SL vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris 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 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Saturn SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Yaris (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Saturn SL. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1999 Saturn SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Saturn SL weights approximately 15 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Saturn SL (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Saturn SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 2007 Toyota Yaris has automatic transmission and 1999 Saturn SL has manual transmission. 1999 Saturn SL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Yaris will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Saturn SL | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Saturn | Toyota |
| Model | SL | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
