2003 Saturn L vs. 2010 Brilliance BS6
To start off, 2010 Brilliance BS6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Saturn L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Saturn L would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Brilliance BS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Brilliance BS6 (152 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Saturn L. (135 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Brilliance BS6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Brilliance BS6 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2003 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, 2010 Brilliance BS6 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Saturn L. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Brilliance BS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Saturn L | 2010 Brilliance BS6 | |
| Make | Saturn | Brilliance |
| Model | L | BS6 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |
