1999 Saturn SC vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Saturn SC would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1999 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1999 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1607 kg more than 1999 Saturn SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Saturn SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition 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, 2013 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Saturn SC. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Saturn SC | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Saturn | Ford |
| Model | SC | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2332 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3023 mm |
