2006 Saturn Vue vs. 2003 Saturn L
To start off, 2006 Saturn Vue is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Saturn L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Saturn L would be higher. Both 2006 Saturn Vue and 2003 Saturn L are equipped with a 2,196 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn Vue (144 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 Saturn L. (135 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2003 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn Vue weights approximately 124 kg more than 2003 Saturn L. 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, 2006 Saturn Vue (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Saturn L. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Saturn Vue | 2003 Saturn L | |
| Make | Saturn | Saturn |
| Model | Vue | L |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1444 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 59 L |
