1998 Honda Accord vs. 2000 Saturn SC
To start off, 2000 Saturn SC is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2000 Saturn SC. (122 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 395 kg more than 2000 Saturn SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Honda Accord (265 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn SC. (165 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn SC. 1998 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2000 Saturn SC has manual transmission. 2000 Saturn SC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Accord | 2000 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Honda | Saturn |
| Model | Accord | SC |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
