2002 Chrysler 300 vs. 2002 Saturn SC
To start off, both 2002 Chrysler 300 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 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chrysler 300 (251 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2002 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2002 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 563 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 Chrysler 300 (346 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Saturn SC. (154 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Saturn SC. 2002 Chrysler 300 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 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chrysler 300 | 2002 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Chrysler | Saturn |
| Model | 300 | SC |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
