2005 Saturn L vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, both 2005 Saturn L and 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (187 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Saturn L. (182 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1052 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.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Saturn L. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (430 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn L. (258 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Saturn L | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Saturn | Toyota |
Model | L | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 187 HP |
Torque | 258 Nm | 430 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1468 kg | 2520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 96 L |