2003 Saturn L vs. 2010 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2010 Kia Borrego 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 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2003 Saturn L. (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2003 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Saturn L weights approximately 35 kg more than 2010 Kia Borrego.
Because 2010 Kia Borrego is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Kia Borrego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Saturn L, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Saturn L. (257 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Saturn L | 2010 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Saturn | Kia |
| Model | L | Borrego |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 78 L |
