1998 Nissan President vs. 2002 Saturn SC
To start off, 2002 Saturn SC is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan President would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2002 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2002 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan President weights approximately 820 kg more than 2002 Saturn SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Nissan President is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Saturn SC, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan President (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Saturn SC. (154 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Nissan President | 2002 Saturn SC | |
Make | Nissan | Saturn |
Model | President | SC |
Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2710 mm |