2005 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2009 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2009 Saturn Sky is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Sky. (173 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Sky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 525 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, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Sky. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Sky.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2009 Saturn Sky | |
Make | Chevrolet | Saturn |
Model | Tahoe | Sky |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 99.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 75.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 49 L |