2006 Toyota Corolla vs. 1995 Saturn SC
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Saturn SC would be higher. At 1,900 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Saturn SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Saturn SC (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 195 kg more than 1995 Saturn SC.
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, 1995 Saturn SC (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Saturn SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla. 1995 Saturn SC has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Saturn SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Corolla | 1995 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Toyota | Saturn |
| Model | Corolla | SC |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
