2001 Saturn SC vs. 2012 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2012 Toyota Aygo is newer by 11 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 1,900 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Saturn SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Saturn SC (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Saturn SC weights approximately 206 kg more than 2012 Toyota Aygo. 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 Saturn SC (155 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Saturn SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Saturn SC | 2012 Toyota Aygo | |
Make | Saturn | Toyota |
Model | SC | Aygo |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1900 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 864 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3405 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1615 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |