Chevrolet Caprice vs Saturn SW1
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
1999 Saturn SW1
Overview
| Spec | Chevrolet CapriceBase | Saturn SW1SW1 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | SW1 |
| 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 | 1999 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Chevrolet CapriceBase | Saturn SW1SW1 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $0 | $0 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Chevrolet CapriceBase | Saturn SW1SW1 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 19 MPG | 28 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 16 MPG | 24 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 24 MPG | 34 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 23 gal (best) | 12.1 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Chevrolet CapriceBase | Saturn SW1SW1 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 200 hp (best) | 100 hp |
| Torque | 240 lb-ft (best) | 114 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 4.3 L (best) | 1.9 L |
| Cylinders | V8 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Chevrolet CapriceBase | Saturn SW1SW1 |
|---|---|---|
| Doors | 4 | 5 (best) |
| Cargo volume | 20.4 cu ft (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 4,061 lbs | 2,420 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | — | 5.7 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 115.9 in (best) | 102.4 in |
| Length | 214.1 in (best) | 176.9 in |
| Width | 77.5 in (best) | 66.7 in |
| Height | 55.7 in (best) | 55.6 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Chevrolet CapriceBase | Saturn SW1SW1 |
|---|---|---|
| Frontal crash (driver) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 2 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 4 | None reported (best) |
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 | Chevrolet Caprice | Saturn SW1 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $0 MSRP(Currently comparing) | SW1 $0 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Base $0 MSRP | — |
Chevrolet Caprice vs Saturn SW1 FAQ
- Which is better: 1996 Chevrolet Caprice or 1999 Saturn SW1?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 1996 Chevrolet Caprice vs 1999 Saturn SW1 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 1996 Chevrolet Caprice or 1999 Saturn SW1?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 1996 Chevrolet Caprice starts lower at $0.
- Which has better combinedMpg: 1996 Chevrolet Caprice or 1999 Saturn SW1?
- The 1999 Saturn SW1 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (28).
- Which has better horsepower: 1996 Chevrolet Caprice or 1999 Saturn SW1?
- The 1996 Chevrolet Caprice leads on horsepower in this comparison (260).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 1996 Chevrolet Caprice or 1999 Saturn SW1?
- The 1996 Chevrolet Caprice leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (5,000).