2007 Ford E-150 vs. 1998 Saturn SL
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Saturn SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Saturn SL would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1998 Saturn SL. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1998 Saturn SL.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Saturn SL. (159 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Saturn SL. 2007 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1998 Saturn SL has manual transmission. 1998 Saturn SL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-150 | 1998 Saturn SL | |
| Make | Ford | Saturn |
| Model | E-150 | SL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1400 mm |
