Nissan Altima vs Saturn L200
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2003 Saturn L200
Overview
| Spec | Nissan AltimaSV | Saturn L200L200 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | SV | L200 |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | continuously variable-speed automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2003 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Nissan AltimaSV | Saturn L200L200 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $27,580 | $17,735 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | $24,120 (best) | — |
| Median listing price | $24,120 (best) | — |
| Highest listing price | $24,120 (best) | — |
| For sale now | 1 (best) | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Nissan AltimaSV | Saturn L200L200 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 32 MPG (best) | 24 MPG |
| City MPG | 27 MPG (best) | 21 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 39 MPG (best) | 29 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 16 gal (best) | 15.7 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Nissan AltimaSV | Saturn L200L200 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 188 hp (best) | 135 hp |
| Torque | 180 lb-ft (best) | 142 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2.5 L (best) | 2.2 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Nissan AltimaSV | Saturn L200L200 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | — | 17.5 cu ft (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,281 lbs | 2,989 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 5 in | 5.7 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 111 in (best) | 106.5 in |
| Length | 193 in (best) | 190.4 in |
| Width | 73 in (best) | 68.5 in |
| Height | 57 in (best) | 56.4 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Nissan AltimaSV | Saturn L200L200 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Rollover | 5 / 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 | Nissan Altima | Saturn L200 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | SV $27,580 MSRP(Currently comparing) | L200 $17,735 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | SV $29,080 MSRP | L200 $18,535 MSRP |
| 3 | SR $28,980 MSRP | — |
| 4 | SR AWD $30,480 MSRP | — |
