2007 Hyundai Veracruz vs. 1996 Saturn SC
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 11 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 3,777 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1996 Saturn SC. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 1996 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, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Saturn SC. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Veracruz | 1996 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Hyundai | Saturn |
| Model | Veracruz | SC |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3777 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2610 mm |
