2009 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Saturn L
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 8 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2001 Saturn L. (135 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2001 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Saturn L weights approximately 206 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic.
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, 2001 Saturn L (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Saturn L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 2001 Saturn L | |
| Make | Honda | Saturn |
| Model | Civic | L |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2196 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
