2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche vs. 2009 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2009 Saturn Sky is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche (324 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Sky. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Sky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche weights approximately 1391 kg more than 2009 Saturn Sky. 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, 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche (738 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 571 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Sky. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Sky. 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche has automatic transmission and 2009 Saturn Sky has manual transmission. 2009 Saturn Sky will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche | 2009 Saturn Sky | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Saturn |
| Model | Corniche | Sky |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 324 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 738 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2735 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1820 mm |
