2005 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2000 Saturn L
To start off, 2005 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saturn L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saturn L would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2000 Saturn L. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Saturn L weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 Nissan X-Trail.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Saturn L (193 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Saturn L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. 2000 Saturn L has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Saturn L will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan X-Trail | 2000 Saturn L | |
| Make | Nissan | Saturn |
| Model | X-Trail | L |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1355 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
