2005 Saturn L vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, both 2005 Saturn L and 2005 Toyota Tacoma were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn L (182 HP) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (164 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 290 kg more than 2005 Saturn L.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 Tacoma 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 Saturn L (258 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (248 Nm). This means 2005 Saturn L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Saturn L | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Saturn | Toyota |
Model | L | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 164 HP |
Torque | 258 Nm | 248 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1468 kg | 1758 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3250 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 79 L |