1998 Saturn SC vs. 2012 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2012 Nissan Juke is newer by 14 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, 2012 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1998 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1998 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Juke weights approximately 276 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.
Because 2012 Nissan Juke is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Saturn SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Nissan Juke (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Saturn SC. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Saturn SC | 2012 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Saturn | Nissan |
| Model | SC | Juke |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1321 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
