2000 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2000 Saturn SC
To start off, both 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier and 2000 Saturn SC were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Saturn SC (122 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 124 kg more than 2000 Saturn SC.
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 Chevrolet Cavalier (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn SC. (165 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2000 Saturn SC | |
Make | Chevrolet | Saturn |
Model | Cavalier | SC |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2190 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |