2005 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Sky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Sky. (173 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Sky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Sky weights approximately 129 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord.
Because 2009 Saturn Sky is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Saturn Sky. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Saturn Sky (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Sky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Accord | 2009 Saturn Sky | |
| Make | Honda | Saturn |
| Model | Accord | Sky |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1606 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 49 L |
