2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2002 Saturn SC
To start off, both 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport and 2002 Saturn SC were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport (184 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2002 Saturn SC. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2002 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 676 kg more than 2002 Saturn SC. 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, 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Saturn SC. (155 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Saturn SC. 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 2002 Saturn SC has manual transmission. 2002 Saturn SC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2002 Saturn SC | |
Make | Chevrolet | Saturn |
Model | Trans Sport | SC |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2610 mm |