2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 2003 Saturn L
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 2 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 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2003 Saturn L. (135 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2003 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 610 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 2005 Dodge Dakota 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, 2005 Dodge Dakota 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, 2005 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Saturn L. (199 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 2003 Saturn L | |
| Make | Dodge | Saturn |
| Model | Dakota | L |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 59 L |
