2000 Toyota Echo vs. 2001 Saturn L
To start off, 2001 Saturn L is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Echo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Echo would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Saturn L (135 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Echo. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Saturn L weights approximately 395 kg more than 2000 Toyota Echo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Saturn L (199 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Echo. (122 Nm). This means 2001 Saturn L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Echo. 2001 Saturn L has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Echo has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Echo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Saturn L will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Echo | 2001 Saturn L | |
| Make | Toyota | Saturn |
| Model | Echo | L |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |
