Nissan Altima vs Saturn L300
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2005 Saturn L300
Overview
| Spec | Nissan AltimaSV | Saturn L300L300 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | SV | L300 |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | continuously variable-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2005 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Nissan AltimaSV | Saturn L300L300 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $27,580 | $21,370 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | $4,220 (best) | — |
| Median listing price | $20,295 (best) | — |
| Highest listing price | $33,290 (best) | — |
| For sale now | 133 (best) | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Nissan AltimaSV | Saturn L300L300 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 32 MPG (best) | 21 MPG |
| City MPG | 27 MPG (best) | 18 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 39 MPG (best) | 26 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 16 gal (best) | 15 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Nissan AltimaSV | Saturn L300L300 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 188 hp (best) | 182 hp |
| Torque | 180 lb-ft | 190 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2.5 L | 3 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Nissan AltimaSV | Saturn L300L300 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | — | 17.5 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | — | 1,000 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,281 lbs | 3,237 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 L300L300 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (driver) | 4 / 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 L300 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | SV $27,580 MSRP(Currently comparing) | L300 $21,370 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | SV $29,080 MSRP | — |
| 3 | SR $28,980 MSRP | — |
| 4 | SR AWD $30,480 MSRP | — |
Live inventory
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Nissan Altima vs Saturn L300 FAQ
- Which is better: 2026 Nissan Altima or 2005 Saturn L300?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Nissan Altima vs 2005 Saturn L300 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2026 Nissan Altima or 2005 Saturn L300?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2005 Saturn L300 starts lower at $21,370. Live Nissan Altima listings start at $4,220.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Nissan Altima or 2005 Saturn L300?
- The 2005 Saturn L300 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (21,370).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Nissan Altima or 2005 Saturn L300?
- The 2026 Nissan Altima leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (32).
- Which has better horsepower: 2026 Nissan Altima or 2005 Saturn L300?
- The 2026 Nissan Altima leads on horsepower in this comparison (188).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Nissan Altima or 2005 Saturn L300?
- The 2005 Saturn L300 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (1,000).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Nissan Altima vs 2005 Saturn L300?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Nissan Altima (5/5 NHTSA overall).