2002 Saturn SC vs. 2002 Subaru Legacy
To start off, both 2002 Saturn SC and 2002 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2002 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2002 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 245 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.
Because 2002 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Saturn SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Legacy 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, 2002 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Saturn SC. (154 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Saturn SC | 2002 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Saturn | Subaru |
Model | SC | Legacy |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |