Buick Roadmaster vs Saturn SW2
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2001 Saturn SW2
Overview
| Spec | Buick RoadmasterBase | Saturn SW2SW2 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | SW2 |
| Body style | Sedan | Wagon |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 1996 | 2001 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Buick RoadmasterBase | Saturn SW2SW2 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $0 (best) | $14,290 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Buick RoadmasterBase | Saturn SW2SW2 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 18 MPG | 27 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 15 MPG | 23 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 24 MPG | 34 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 23 gal (best) | 12.1 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Buick RoadmasterBase | Saturn SW2SW2 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 260 hp (best) | 124 hp |
| Torque | 330 lb-ft (best) | 122 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 5.7 L (best) | 1.9 L |
| Cylinders | V8 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Buick RoadmasterBase | Saturn SW2SW2 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | — | 5 seats (best) |
| Doors | 4 | 5 (best) |
| Cargo volume | 21 cu ft (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 4,211 lbs | 2,461 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | — | 5.7 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 115.9 in (best) | 102.4 in |
| Length | 215.8 in (best) | 178.1 in |
| Width | 78.1 in (best) | 66.4 in |
| Height | 55.9 in (best) | 55.6 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Buick RoadmasterBase | Saturn SW2SW2 |
|---|---|---|
| Frontal crash (driver) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 2 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Buick Roadmaster | Saturn SW2 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $0 MSRP(Currently comparing) | SW2 $14,290 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Estate $0 MSRP | SW2 $15,150 MSRP |
| 3 | Limited $0 MSRP | — |