2000 Saturn SC vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 5 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2000 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 774 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (434 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn SC. (154 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Saturn SC | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Saturn | Toyota |
| Model | SC | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1844 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 87 L |
