2012 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 Saturn L
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 8 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2004 Saturn L. (135 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1470 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 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saturn L. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 Saturn L | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saturn |
| Model | Silverado | L |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 516 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2790 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 62 L |
