2010 Toyota Tundra vs. 2004 Saturn L
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tundra 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 2004 Saturn L. (135 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2004 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 10 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 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saturn L. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Toyota Tundra | 2004 Saturn L | |
Make | Toyota | Saturn |
Model | Tundra | L |
Year Released | 2010 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5663 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 544 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 62 L |