2006 Nissan Titan vs. 2000 Saturn SC
To start off, 2006 Nissan Titan is newer by 6 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2000 Saturn SC. (122 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Titan weights approximately 470 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 2006 Nissan Titan 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, 2006 Nissan Titan 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, 2006 Nissan Titan (514 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn SC. (165 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn SC. 2006 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 2000 Saturn SC has manual transmission. 2000 Saturn SC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Titan | 2000 Saturn SC | |
Make | Nissan | Saturn |
Model | Titan | SC |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5556 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 514 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2610 mm |