2000 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2000 Saturn SC
To start off, both 2000 Chevrolet SSR 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 5,324 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet SSR (300 HP) has 178 more horse power than 2000 Saturn SC. (122 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 1080 kg more than 2000 Saturn SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet SSR 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 2000 Chevrolet SSR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Chevrolet SSR (481 Nm) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn SC. (165 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet SSR | 2000 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saturn |
| Model | SSR | SC |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5324 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 122 HP |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
