2005 Saturn L vs. 2013 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2013 Honda Pilot is newer by 8 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Pilot (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2005 Saturn L. (135 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Pilot weights approximately 721 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 2013 Honda Pilot is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Saturn L. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Pilot 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, 2013 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn L. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn L. 2013 Honda Pilot 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. 2013 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Saturn L | 2013 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Saturn | Honda |
| Model | L | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2194 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2041 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4861 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |
