2000 Saturn SC vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Saturn SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Saturn SC (122 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 503 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn SC. (165 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Saturn SC | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Saturn | Volkswagen |
| Model | SC | Touran |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
