2010 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2004 Saturn L
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 6 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 2004 Saturn L. (135 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2004 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1035 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 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saturn L. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Porsche Cayenne | 2004 Saturn L | |
Make | Porsche | Saturn |
Model | Cayenne | L |
Year Released | 2010 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 699 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4796 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1694 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2855 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 62 L |