2000 Saturn SC vs. 1999 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2000 Saturn SC is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Previa (133 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2000 Saturn SC. (122 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Previa weights approximately 545 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.
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, 1999 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn SC. (165 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Saturn SC | 1999 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Saturn | Toyota |
| Model | SC | Previa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
