2007 Kia Cee'd vs. 2005 Saturn L
To start off, 2007 Kia Cee'd 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 2,194 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn L (135 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Kia Cee'd. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 48 kg more than 2005 Saturn L.
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, 2007 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn L. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Cee'd | 2005 Saturn L | |
Make | Kia | Saturn |
Model | Cee'd | L |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1582 cc | 2194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 59 L |