2007 Honda Element vs. 2001 Saturn L
To start off, 2007 Honda Element 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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2001 Saturn L. (135 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2001 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 655 kg more than 2001 Saturn L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Saturn L. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Saturn L. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Saturn L. 2001 Saturn L has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Element has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Element will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Saturn L will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Element | 2001 Saturn L | |
| Make | Honda | Saturn |
| Model | Element | L |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
