2000 Saturn SC vs. 2011 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 11 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Terracan (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2000 Saturn SC. (122 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 49 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 2011 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2011 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2011 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn SC. (165 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Saturn SC | 2011 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Saturn | Hyundai |
| Model | SC | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
