2008 Porsche 911 vs. 2004 Saturn L
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Saturn L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Saturn L would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (405 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 2004 Saturn L. (135 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2004 Saturn L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Saturn L. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saturn L. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Porsche 911 | 2004 Saturn L | |
Make | Porsche | Saturn |
Model | 911 | L |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 405 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 62 L |