2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2000 Saturn SC
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saturn SC would be higher. At 5,357 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2000 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1300 kg more than 2000 Saturn SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Saturn SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn SC. (154 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2000 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saturn |
| Model | Silverado | SC |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5357 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |
