2002 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 2000 Saturn L
To start off, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 2 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 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish (454 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 2000 Saturn L. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 572 kg more than 2000 Saturn L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish 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 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn L. (193 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Aston Martin Vanquish | 2000 Saturn L | |
Make | Aston Martin | Saturn |
Model | Vanquish | L |
Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 454 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1338 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |