2012 Honda Pilot vs. 2004 Saturn L
To start off, 2012 Honda Pilot 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2004 Saturn L. (135 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2004 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Pilot weights approximately 655 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.
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, 2012 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saturn L. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Honda Pilot | 2004 Saturn L | |
| Make | Honda | Saturn |
| Model | Pilot | L |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4862 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1994 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1847 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2774 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 62 L |
