2010 Toyota Highlander vs. 2000 Saturn SC
To start off, 2010 Toyota Highlander is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saturn SC would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2000 Saturn SC. (122 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 794 kg more than 2000 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, 2010 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn SC. (165 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Toyota Highlander | 2000 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Toyota | Saturn |
| Model | Highlander | SC |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1864 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4785 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 2610 mm |
