2000 Buick Riviera vs. 2002 Saturn SC
To start off, 2002 Saturn SC is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2002 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2002 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Riviera weights approximately 630 kg more than 2002 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, 2000 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Saturn SC. (154 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Saturn SC. 2000 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2002 Saturn SC has manual transmission. 2002 Saturn SC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Buick Riviera | 2002 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Buick | Saturn |
| Model | Riviera | SC |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
