Mazda Protege5 vs Saturn LW200
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2003 Saturn LW200
Overview
| Spec | Mazda Protege5Base | Saturn LW200LW200 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | LW200 |
| Body style | Wagon | Wagon |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2003 | 2003 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Mazda Protege5Base | Saturn LW200LW200 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $16,895 (best) | $20,335 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Mazda Protege5Base | Saturn LW200LW200 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 24 MPG | 24 MPG |
| City MPG | 22 MPG (best) | 21 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 28 MPG | 29 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 14.5 gal | 15.7 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Mazda Protege5Base | Saturn LW200LW200 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 130 hp | 135 hp (best) |
| Torque | 135 lb-ft | 142 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2 L | 2.2 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Mazda Protege5Base | Saturn LW200LW200 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Cargo volume | 38.2 cu ft | 79 cu ft (best) |
| Curb weight | 2,716 lbs (best) | 3,070 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 5.5 in | 5.7 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 102.8 in | 106.5 in (best) |
| Length | 170.5 in | 190.4 in (best) |
| Width | 67.1 in | 68.5 in (best) |
| Height | 57.8 in (best) | 57.3 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Mazda Protege5Base | Saturn LW200LW200 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Protege5 | Saturn LW200 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $16,895 MSRP(Currently comparing) | LW200 $20,335 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
Mazda Protege5 vs Saturn LW200 FAQ
- Which is better: 2003 Mazda Protege5 or 2003 Saturn LW200?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2003 Mazda Protege5 vs 2003 Saturn LW200 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2003 Mazda Protege5 or 2003 Saturn LW200?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2003 Mazda Protege5 starts lower at $16,895.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2003 Mazda Protege5 or 2003 Saturn LW200?
- The 2003 Mazda Protege5 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (16,895).
- Which has better horsepower: 2003 Mazda Protege5 or 2003 Saturn LW200?
- The 2003 Saturn LW200 leads on horsepower in this comparison (135).