2006 Pontiac SV 6 vs. 2005 Saturn L
To start off, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 (196 HP) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Saturn L. (182 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn L.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 (289 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn L. (258 Nm). This means 2006 Pontiac SV 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Pontiac SV 6 | 2005 Saturn L | |
| Make | Pontiac | Saturn |
| Model | SV 6 | L |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 59 L |
