2004 Ford Maverick vs. 2004 Saturn L
To start off, both 2004 Ford Maverick and 2004 Saturn L were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saturn L (135 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Ford Maverick. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Maverick weights approximately 195 kg more than 2004 Saturn L.
Because 2004 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Saturn L. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Maverick will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Saturn L (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Saturn L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Maverick | 2004 Saturn L | |
| Make | Ford | Saturn |
| Model | Maverick | L |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 62 L |
