2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2002 Saturn L
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Saturn L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Saturn L would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Saturn L (135 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (127 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 316 kg more than 2002 Saturn L.
Because 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Saturn L. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Saturn L. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Saturn L. 2002 Saturn L has automatic transmission and 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Saturn L will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2002 Saturn L | |
Make | Suzuki | Saturn |
Model | Grand Vitara | L |
Year Released | 2012 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1956 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1338 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1695 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |