1999 Ford Fiesta vs. 1999 Saturn SC
To start off, both 1999 Ford Fiesta and 1999 Saturn SC were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Saturn SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Fiesta (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1999 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1999 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Saturn SC weights approximately 69 kg more than 1999 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1999 Ford Fiesta (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Saturn SC. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Saturn SC. 1999 Saturn SC has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 1999 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Saturn SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Ford Fiesta | 1999 Saturn SC | |
Make | Ford | Saturn |
Model | Fiesta | SC |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 976 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |