2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2005 Saturn L
To start off, 2005 Saturn L is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2005 Saturn L. (135 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1259 kg more than 2005 Saturn L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (489 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn L. (199 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2005 Saturn L | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saturn |
| Model | Express | L |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 59 L |
