2002 Saturn SC vs. 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Saturn SC would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2002 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2002 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1780 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 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Saturn SC. (154 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Saturn SC | 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Saturn | Toyota |
| Model | SC | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 108 L |
