2009 Honda FR-V vs. 2001 Saturn L
To start off, 2009 Honda FR-V 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda FR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2001 Saturn L. (135 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 2001 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda FR-V weights approximately 251 kg more than 2001 Saturn L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Honda FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Saturn L. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda FR-V | 2001 Saturn L | |
| Make | Honda | Saturn |
| Model | FR-V | L |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| 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 | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
