2002 Honda Vamos vs. 2000 Saturn L
To start off, 2002 Honda Vamos 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 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Saturn L (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Saturn L weights approximately 360 kg more than 2002 Honda Vamos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Vamos 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 Honda Vamos. 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, 2000 Saturn L (257 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Vamos. (149 Nm). This means 2000 Saturn L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Vamos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Vamos | 2000 Saturn L | |
| Make | Honda | Saturn |
| Model | Vamos | L |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 60 L |
