2001 Saturn SC vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Saturn SC would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2001 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2001 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 482 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Saturn SC. (155 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Saturn SC | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Saturn | Volkswagen |
| Model | SC | Passat |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1900 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1552 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
