2000 Saturn SC vs. 2001 Seat Tango
To start off, 2001 Seat Tango is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saturn SC would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Saturn SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Tango (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2000 Saturn SC. (122 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Tango should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Tango weights approximately 240 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, 2001 Seat Tango (240 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn SC. (165 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Tango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Saturn SC | 2001 Seat Tango | |
| Make | Saturn | Seat |
| Model | SC | Tango |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2210 mm |
