2008 Toyota Sequoia vs. 1995 Saturn SC
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 13 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1995 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1995 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 285 kg more than 1995 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 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Saturn SC. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Sequoia | 1995 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Toyota | Saturn |
| Model | Sequoia | SC |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5663 cc | 1900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 544 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2610 mm |
