2000 Porsche 996 vs. 2003 Saturn L
To start off, 2003 Saturn L is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche 996 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2003 Saturn L. (135 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2003 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Porsche 996 weights approximately 55 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 2000 Porsche 996 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, 2000 Porsche 996 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, 2000 Porsche 996 (357 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Saturn L. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Porsche 996 | 2003 Saturn L | |
| Make | Porsche | Saturn |
| Model | 996 | L |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3387 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
