2004 Porsche 911 vs. 2000 Saturn L
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saturn L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saturn L would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2000 Saturn L. (182 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Saturn L weights approximately 102 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn L. (257 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche 911 | 2000 Saturn L | |
| Make | Porsche | Saturn |
| Model | 911 | L |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1342 kg | 1444 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
