2000 Saturn SC vs. 2000 Honda Capa

To start off, both 2000 Saturn SC and 2000 Honda Capa were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Saturn SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Saturn SC (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Capa weights approximately 10 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 Saturn SC (154 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Saturn SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Capa. 2000 Honda Capa has automatic transmission and 2000 Saturn SC has manual transmission. 2000 Saturn SC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Capa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Saturn SC 2000 Honda Capa
Make Saturn Honda
Model SC Capa
Year Released 2000 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1901 cc 1493 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 100 HP 97 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 154 Nm 136 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1070 kg 1080 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 3780 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1660 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2370 mm


 

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