2003 Saturn L vs. 2003 Nissan Primera
To start off, both 2003 Saturn L and 2003 Nissan Primera 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 23 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Primera. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Saturn L weights approximately 48 kg more than 2003 Nissan Primera. 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, 2003 Saturn L (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Primera. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Saturn L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Primera. 2003 Nissan Primera has automatic transmission and 2003 Saturn L has manual transmission. 2003 Saturn L will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Nissan Primera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Saturn L | 2003 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Saturn | Nissan |
| Model | L | Primera |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 62 L |
