2005 Saturn L vs. 2010 Mazda 5
To start off, 2010 Mazda 5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Saturn L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Saturn L would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 5 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Saturn L. (135 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 5 weights approximately 258 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, 2010 Mazda 5 (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn L. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn L. 2010 Mazda 5 has automatic transmission and 2005 Saturn L has manual transmission. 2005 Saturn L will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mazda 5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Saturn L | 2010 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Saturn | Mazda |
| Model | L | 5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2194 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
