2005 Saturn L vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn L (182 HP) has 8 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sportage. (174 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sportage weights approximately 57 kg more than 2005 Saturn L.
Because 2013 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm). This means 2005 Saturn L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Saturn L | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Saturn | Kia |
| Model | L | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 174 HP |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1468 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 58 L |
