2002 Toyota Solara vs. 1996 Saturn SC
To start off, 2002 Toyota Solara is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Saturn SC would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Solara (162 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1996 Saturn SC. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1996 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Solara weights approximately 350 kg more than 1996 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 Toyota Solara (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Saturn SC. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Saturn SC. 1996 Saturn SC has automatic transmission and 2002 Toyota Solara has manual transmission. 2002 Toyota Solara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Saturn SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Toyota Solara | 1996 Saturn SC | |
Make | Toyota | Saturn |
Model | Solara | SC |
Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2438 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |