2000 Saturn L vs. 2010 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2010 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saturn L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saturn L would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Saturn L (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki SX4. (150 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Saturn L weights approximately 109 kg more than 2010 Suzuki SX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Suzuki SX4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Saturn L. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki SX4 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 Saturn L (257 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Saturn L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Saturn L | 2010 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Saturn | Suzuki |
| Model | L | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1444 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4135 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
