2000 Saturn SC vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 13 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 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2000 Saturn SC. (122 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 458 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 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Saturn SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester 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, 2013 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn SC. (165 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Saturn SC | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Saturn | Subaru |
| Model | SC | Forester |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2615 mm |
