2000 Saturn SC vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 8 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 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2000 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 600 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.
Because 2008 Toyota RAV4 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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn SC. (154 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Saturn SC | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Saturn | Toyota |
| Model | SC | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 15.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
