2003 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Saturn L
To start off, 2005 Saturn L is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,194 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Saturn L. (135 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Accord weights approximately 73 kg more than 2005 Saturn L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Saturn L (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Accord. (192 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Saturn L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Accord. 2005 Saturn L has automatic transmission and 2003 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2003 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Saturn L will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Accord | 2005 Saturn L | |
| Make | Honda | Saturn |
| Model | Accord | L |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 59 L |
