1997 Porsche Boxster 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 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,480 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Sky (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1997 Porsche Boxster. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Sky should accelerate faster than 1997 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Sky weights approximately 79 kg more than 1997 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Saturn Sky (353 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Porsche Boxster. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Sky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Porsche Boxster | 2008 Saturn Sky | |
Make | Porsche | Saturn |
Model | Boxster | Sky |
Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2480 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2420 mm |