2003 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2009 Saturn Sky is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Sky. (260 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Sky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 126 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, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Sky. (353 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Sky.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Saturn Sky | |
Make | Chevrolet | Saturn |
Model | Corvette | Sky |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5968 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 49 L |