2012 Toyota Prius V vs. 2003 Saturn L
To start off, 2012 Toyota Prius V is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Saturn L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Saturn L would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Saturn L (135 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Prius V. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Prius V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Prius V weights approximately 165 kg more than 2003 Saturn L.
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, 2003 Saturn L (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Prius V. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Saturn L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Prius V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Toyota Prius V | 2003 Saturn L | |
| Make | Toyota | Saturn |
| Model | Prius V | L |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4615 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1775 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1575 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2779 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 59 L |
