2005 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Saturn L
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Saturn L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Saturn L would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Saturn L (135 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Saturn L weights approximately 258 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. 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 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Saturn L. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Saturn L. 2002 Saturn L has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2005 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Saturn L will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 2002 Saturn L | |
| Make | Honda | Saturn |
| Model | Civic | L |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
