Pontiac Sunfire vs Saturn SC2
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2002 Saturn SC2
Overview
| Spec | Pontiac SunfireSpecial Value | Saturn SC2SC2 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Special Value | SC2 |
| Body style | Coupe | Coupe |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2005 | 2002 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Pontiac SunfireSpecial Value | Saturn SC2SC2 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $10,895 (best) | $16,260 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Pontiac SunfireSpecial Value | Saturn SC2SC2 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 26 MPG | 27 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 23 MPG | 23 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 32 MPG | 34 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 14 gal (best) | 12.1 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Pontiac SunfireSpecial Value | Saturn SC2SC2 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 140 hp (best) | 124 hp |
| Torque | 150 lb-ft (best) | 122 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2.2 L (best) | 1.9 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Pontiac SunfireSpecial Value | Saturn SC2SC2 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats (best) | 4 seats |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Cargo volume | 12.4 cu ft (best) | — |
| Towing capacity | 1,000 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 2,771 lbs | 2,437 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | — | 5.6 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 104.1 in (best) | 102.4 in |
| Length | 182 in (best) | 180.5 in |
| Width | 68.4 in (best) | 68.2 in |
| Height | 53 in | 53 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Pontiac SunfireSpecial Value | Saturn SC2SC2 |
|---|---|---|
| Frontal crash (driver) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 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 | Pontiac Sunfire | Saturn SC2 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Special Value $10,895 MSRP(Currently comparing) | SC2 $16,260 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Base $15,205 MSRP | SC2 $17,120 MSRP |