2002 Saturn L vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Saturn L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Saturn L would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Saturn L (135 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 522 kg more than 2002 Saturn L.
Because 2008 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Saturn L. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Hilux will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Toyota Hilux (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Saturn L. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Saturn L | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Saturn | Toyota |
| Model | L | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
