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Chevrolet Caprice vs Saturn SW2

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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1996 Chevrolet Caprice

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2001 Saturn SW2

Overview

SpecChevrolet CapriceBaseSaturn SW2SW2
Selected trimBaseSW2
Body styleSedanWagon
Drivetrainrear wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission4-speed automatic5-speed manual
Engine typegasgas
Model year19962001

Pricing & market

SpecChevrolet CapriceBaseSaturn SW2SW2
MSRP$0 (best)$14,290
For sale now00

Fuel economy & range

SpecChevrolet CapriceBaseSaturn SW2SW2
Combined MPG19 MPG27 MPG (best)
City MPG16 MPG23 MPG (best)
Highway MPG24 MPG34 MPG (best)
Fuel tank23 gal (best)12.1 gal

Performance

SpecChevrolet CapriceBaseSaturn SW2SW2
Horsepower200 hp (best)124 hp
Torque240 lb-ft (best)122 lb-ft
Engine size4.3 L (best)1.9 L
CylindersV8I4

Size & capability

SpecChevrolet CapriceBaseSaturn SW2SW2
Seating5 seats (best)
Doors45 (best)
Cargo volume20.4 cu ft (best)
Curb weight4,061 lbs2,461 lbs (best)
Ground clearance5.7 in (best)
Wheelbase115.9 in (best)102.4 in
Length214.1 in (best)178.1 in
Width77.5 in (best)66.4 in
Height55.7 in (best)55.6 in

Safety & recalls

SpecChevrolet CapriceBaseSaturn SW2SW2
Frontal crash (driver)4 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)2 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)4None 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.

TrimChevrolet CapriceSaturn SW2
1

Base

$0 MSRP(Currently comparing)

SW2

$14,290 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Base

$0 MSRP

SW2

$15,150 MSRP

Chevrolet Caprice vs Saturn SW2 FAQ

Which is better: 1996 Chevrolet Caprice or 2001 Saturn SW2?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 1996 Chevrolet Caprice vs 2001 Saturn SW2 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 2001 Saturn SW2?
Based on starting MSRP, the 1996 Chevrolet Caprice starts lower at $0.
Which has better startingMsrp: 1996 Chevrolet Caprice or 2001 Saturn SW2?
The 1996 Chevrolet Caprice leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (0).
Which has better combinedMpg: 1996 Chevrolet Caprice or 2001 Saturn SW2?
The 2001 Saturn SW2 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (27).
Which has better horsepower: 1996 Chevrolet Caprice or 2001 Saturn SW2?
The 1996 Chevrolet Caprice leads on horsepower in this comparison (260).
Which has better seats: 1996 Chevrolet Caprice or 2001 Saturn SW2?
The 2001 Saturn SW2 leads on seats in this comparison (5).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 1996 Chevrolet Caprice or 2001 Saturn SW2?
The 1996 Chevrolet Caprice leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (5,000).