2006 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2005 Saturn L
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix (260 HP) has 78 more horse power than 2005 Saturn L. (182 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn L weights approximately 121 kg more than 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix.
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, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix (380 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn L. (258 Nm). This means 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2005 Saturn L | |
| Make | Pontiac | Saturn |
| Model | Grand Prix | L |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 1468 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 59 L |
