2000 Saturn SC vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (200 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2000 Saturn SC. (122 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Saturn SC weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Saturn SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (273 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn SC. (165 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Saturn | Toyota |
| Model | SC | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 940 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
