2007 Ford E-350 vs. 2001 Saturn L
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Saturn L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Saturn L would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2001 Saturn L. (135 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2001 Saturn L.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Saturn L. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Saturn L. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 2001 Saturn L has manual transmission. 2001 Saturn L will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-350 | 2001 Saturn L | |
| Make | Ford | Saturn |
| Model | E-350 | L |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 60 L |
