2008 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Saturn L
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Saturn L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Saturn L would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2003 Saturn L. (135 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 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, 2008 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Saturn L. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2003 Saturn L | |
Make | Honda | Saturn |
Model | Accord | L |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
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 Length | 4760 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 59 L |