2001 Saturn SC vs. 2000 Saturn SC
To start off, 2001 Saturn SC is newer by 1 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 2001 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 2001 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, 2000 Saturn SC (165 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Saturn SC. (155 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Saturn SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Saturn SC | 2000 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Saturn | Saturn |
| Model | SC | SC |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1900 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
