Ford Escort vs Saturn SL1
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2002 Saturn SL1
Overview
| Spec | Ford EscortZX2 | Saturn SL1SL1 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | ZX2 | SL1 |
| Body style | Coupe | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2003 | 2002 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Ford EscortZX2 | Saturn SL1SL1 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $13,205 | $12,030 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Ford EscortZX2 | Saturn SL1SL1 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 25 MPG | 29 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 23 MPG | 25 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 30 MPG | 36 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 12.7 gal (best) | 12.1 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Ford EscortZX2 | Saturn SL1SL1 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 130 hp (best) | 100 hp |
| Torque | 135 lb-ft (best) | 114 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2 L (best) | 1.9 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Ford EscortZX2 | Saturn SL1SL1 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 4 seats | 5 seats (best) |
| Doors | 2 | 4 (best) |
| Cargo volume | 11.8 cu ft (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 2,464 lbs | 2,351 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | — | 5.7 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 98.4 in | 102.4 in (best) |
| Length | 175.2 in | 178.1 in (best) |
| Width | 67.4 in (best) | 66.4 in |
| Height | 52.3 in | 55 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Ford EscortZX2 | Saturn SL1SL1 |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Ford Escort | Saturn SL1 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | ZX2 $13,205 MSRP(Currently comparing) | SL1 $12,030 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | ZX2 Deluxe $14,355 MSRP | SL1 $12,890 MSRP |
| 3 | ZX2 Premium $14,810 MSRP | — |