2007 Toyota Yaris vs. 2002 Saturn SC
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Saturn SC would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Saturn SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Saturn SC (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Saturn SC weights approximately 46 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Saturn SC (154 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Saturn SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 2002 Saturn SC has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Saturn SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Yaris | 2002 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Toyota | Saturn |
| Model | Yaris | SC |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1024 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
