Mazda Protege vs Saturn SL2
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2002 Saturn SL2
Overview
| Spec | Mazda ProtegeDX | Saturn SL2SL2 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | DX | SL2 |
| Body style | Sedan | 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 | Mazda ProtegeDX | Saturn SL2SL2 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $13,680 | $13,515 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Mazda ProtegeDX | Saturn SL2SL2 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 24 MPG | 27 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 22 MPG | 23 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 28 MPG | 34 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 14.5 gal (best) | 12.1 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Mazda ProtegeDX | Saturn SL2SL2 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 130 hp (best) | 124 hp |
| Torque | 135 lb-ft (best) | 122 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2 L (best) | 1.9 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Mazda ProtegeDX | Saturn SL2SL2 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 12.9 cu ft (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 2,634 lbs | 2,403 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 5.5 in | 5.7 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 102.8 in (best) | 102.4 in |
| Length | 175.3 in | 178.1 in (best) |
| Width | 67.1 in (best) | 66.4 in |
| Height | 55.5 in (best) | 55 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Mazda ProtegeDX | Saturn SL2SL2 |
|---|---|---|
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| 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 | Mazda Protege | Saturn SL2 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | DX $13,680 MSRP(Currently comparing) | SL2 $13,515 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | LX $15,415 MSRP | SL2 $14,375 MSRP |
| 3 | ES $16,140 MSRP | — |
| 4 | Base $19,980 MSRP | — |
| 5 | Base $20,480 MSRP | — |