2001 Saturn L vs. 2001 Toyota Brevis
To start off, both 2001 Saturn L and 2001 Toyota Brevis were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Brevis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Brevis (211 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2001 Saturn L. (135 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Brevis should accelerate faster than 2001 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Brevis weights approximately 215 kg more than 2001 Saturn L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Brevis is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Toyota Brevis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Saturn L, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Brevis (280 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Saturn L. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Brevis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Saturn L. 2001 Toyota Brevis has automatic transmission and 2001 Saturn L has manual transmission. 2001 Saturn L will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Brevis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Saturn L | 2001 Toyota Brevis | |
| Make | Saturn | Toyota |
| Model | L | Brevis |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
