2008 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Saturn SC
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Saturn SC would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1999 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1999 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 235 kg more than 1999 Saturn SC. 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, 2008 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Saturn SC. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 1999 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Honda | Saturn |
| Model | Accord | SC |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
