1997 Ford Falcon vs. 2008 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2008 Saturn Sky is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Falcon (301 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2008 Saturn Sky. (173 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2008 Saturn Sky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Sky weights approximately 61 kg more than 1997 Ford Falcon.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Ford Falcon (515 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Sky. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Sky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Falcon | 2008 Saturn Sky | |
| Make | Ford | Saturn |
| Model | Falcon | Sky |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1674 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 49 L |
