2005 Saturn LW vs. 2002 Ford Lynx
To start off, 2005 Saturn LW is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Lynx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Lynx would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saturn LW is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn LW (135 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2002 Ford Lynx. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn LW should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn LW weights approximately 288 kg more than 2002 Ford Lynx. 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, 2005 Saturn LW (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Lynx. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Saturn LW will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Saturn LW | 2002 Ford Lynx | |
| Make | Saturn | Ford |
| Model | LW | Lynx |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
