2005 Nissan Altima vs. 2005 Saturn L
To start off, both 2005 Nissan Altima 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Altima (260 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2005 Saturn L. (135 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Altima weights approximately 167 kg more than 2005 Saturn L. 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 Nissan Altima (334 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn L. (199 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Altima | 2005 Saturn L | |
| Make | Nissan | Saturn |
| Model | Altima | L |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1487 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 59 L |
