2001 Rover 75 vs. 2002 Saturn SC
To start off, 2002 Saturn SC is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Rover 75 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2002 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2002 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 75 weights approximately 455 kg more than 2002 Saturn SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Saturn SC. (154 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Rover 75 | 2002 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Rover | Saturn |
| Model | 75 | SC |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
