2003 Mazda 6 vs. 2003 Saturn L
To start off, both 2003 Mazda 6 and 2003 Saturn L were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Saturn L (135 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2003 Saturn L.
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, 2003 Saturn L (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Saturn L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mazda 6 | 2003 Saturn L | |
Make | Mazda | Saturn |
Model | 6 | L |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 59 L |