2004 Volvo V50 vs. 2003 Saturn L
To start off, 2004 Volvo V50 is newer by 1 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo V50 (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2003 Saturn L. (135 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2003 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo V50 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2003 Saturn L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Saturn L. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V50 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 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Saturn L. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Saturn L. 2003 Saturn L has automatic transmission and 2004 Volvo V50 has manual transmission. 2004 Volvo V50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Saturn L will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Volvo V50 | 2003 Saturn L | |
Make | Volvo | Saturn |
Model | V50 | L |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2435 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 59 L |