1999 Nissan Pickup vs. 2002 Saturn SC
To start off, 2002 Saturn SC is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Saturn SC (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 371 kg more than 2002 Saturn SC.
Because 1999 Nissan Pickup 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 1999 Nissan Pickup. 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, 1999 Nissan Pickup (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Saturn SC. (155 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Pickup | 2002 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Nissan | Saturn |
| Model | Pickup | SC |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2610 mm |
