2002 Ford Mondeo vs. 2002 Saturn L
To start off, both 2002 Ford Mondeo and 2002 Saturn L were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mondeo (144 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 Saturn L. (135 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2002 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Saturn L weights approximately 55 kg more than 2002 Ford Mondeo.
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, 2002 Saturn L (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Saturn L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Mondeo. 2002 Saturn L has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Saturn L will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Mondeo | 2002 Saturn L | |
| Make | Ford | Saturn |
| Model | Mondeo | L |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1283 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
