2004 Honda Fit 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 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Fit would be higher. At 2,194 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn L (135 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn L weights approximately 260 kg more than 2004 Honda Fit. 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, 2005 Saturn L (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Fit. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Saturn L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Fit | 2005 Saturn L | |
Make | Honda | Saturn |
Model | Fit | L |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1335 cc | 2194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |