2009 Toyota Tacoma vs. 1999 Saturn SC
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 10 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1999 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1999 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 639 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.
Because 2009 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Saturn SC, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Saturn SC. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Saturn SC. 1999 Saturn SC has automatic transmission and 2009 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2009 Toyota Tacoma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Saturn SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Tacoma | 1999 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Toyota | Saturn |
| Model | Tacoma | SC |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2694 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3250 mm | 2610 mm |
