2008 Ford F-350 vs. 2001 Saturn L
To start off, 2008 Ford F-350 is newer by 7 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 6,802 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2001 Saturn L. (135 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2001 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Saturn L weights approximately 228 kg more than 2008 Ford F-350.
Because 2008 Ford F-350 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Ford F-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Saturn L, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Ford F-350 (620 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Saturn L. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-350 | 2001 Saturn L | |
| Make | Ford | Saturn |
| Model | F-350 | L |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6802 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6260 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 60 L |
