2012 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1999 Saturn SC
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 13 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1999 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1999 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1266 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 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Saturn SC. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | 1999 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saturn |
| Model | Silverado | SC |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2311 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5847 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2032 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1875 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3645 mm | 2610 mm |
