2009 Lada 111 vs. 2000 Saturn L
To start off, 2009 Lada 111 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saturn L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saturn L would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Saturn L (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 Lada 111. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Saturn L weights approximately 208 kg more than 2009 Lada 111. 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, 2000 Saturn L (193 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada 111. (128 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 Saturn L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada 111 | 2000 Saturn L | |
| Make | Lada | Saturn |
| Model | 111 | L |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
