2003 Mazda 2 vs. 2000 Saturn L
To start off, 2003 Mazda 2 is newer by 3 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Saturn L (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 2. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Saturn L weights approximately 258 kg more than 2003 Mazda 2. 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, 2000 Saturn L (193 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 2. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Saturn L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda 2 | 2000 Saturn L | |
| Make | Mazda | Saturn |
| Model | 2 | L |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
