2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2005 Saturn L
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 2 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2005 Saturn L. (135 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn L.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn L. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn L. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2005 Saturn L has manual transmission. 2005 Saturn L will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 2005 Saturn L | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saturn |
| Model | Express | L |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 59 L |
