1998 Saturn SC vs. 2001 Toyota Will
To start off, 2001 Toyota Will is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Saturn SC would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Saturn SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Will (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1998 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Will should accelerate faster than 1998 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Will weights approximately 260 kg more than 1998 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, 2001 Toyota Will (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Saturn SC. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Will will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Saturn SC. 2001 Toyota Will has automatic transmission and 1998 Saturn SC has manual transmission. 1998 Saturn SC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Will will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Saturn SC | 2001 Toyota Will | |
| Make | Saturn | Toyota |
| Model | SC | Will |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
