2001 Saturn SC vs. 1996 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2001 Saturn SC is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota 4Runner (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2001 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2001 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 780 kg more than 2001 Saturn SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Saturn SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1996 Toyota 4Runner (295 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Saturn SC. (155 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Saturn SC | 1996 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Saturn | Toyota |
| Model | SC | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1900 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 21.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
