2005 Saturn L vs. 2010 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2010 Nissan Navara 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn L (182 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Navara. (172 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Navara weights approximately 564 kg more than 2005 Saturn L.
Because 2010 Nissan Navara 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, 2010 Nissan Navara 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, 2010 Nissan Navara (403 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn L. (258 Nm). This means 2010 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Saturn L | 2010 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Saturn | Nissan |
| Model | L | Navara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 172 HP |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1468 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |
