2005 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2000 Saturn SC
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (232 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2000 Saturn SC. (122 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1265 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn SC. (165 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2000 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Toyota | Saturn |
| Model | Land Cruiser | SC |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2335 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
