2001 Saturn SC vs. 2010 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2010 Ford Maverick is newer by 9 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 1,987 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Maverick (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2001 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2001 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Maverick weights approximately 445 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 2010 Ford Maverick 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, 2010 Ford Maverick 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, 2010 Ford Maverick (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Saturn SC. (155 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Saturn SC | 2010 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Saturn | Ford |
| Model | SC | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1900 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
