2005 Nissan Almera vs. 2005 Saturn L
To start off, both 2005 Nissan Almera and 2005 Saturn L were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 17 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Almera. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn L weights approximately 190 kg more than 2005 Nissan Almera. 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Almera. (162 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Saturn L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Almera | 2005 Saturn L | |
| Make | Nissan | Saturn |
| Model | Almera | L |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2194 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1320 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |
