2006 Nissan Navara vs. 2005 Saturn L
To start off, 2006 Nissan Navara is newer by 1 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 2006 Nissan Navara. (172 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Navara weights approximately 656 kg more than 2005 Saturn L.
Because 2006 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, 2006 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, 2006 Nissan Navara (403 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn L. (258 Nm). This means 2006 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Navara | 2005 Saturn L | |
| Make | Nissan | Saturn |
| Model | Navara | L |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2124 kg | 1468 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 59 L |
