2005 Jensen SV-8 vs. 2002 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2005 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Saturn Sky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Saturn Sky would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2002 Saturn Sky.
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 Jensen SV-8 (440 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Saturn Sky. (259 Nm). This means 2005 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Saturn Sky.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jensen SV-8 | 2002 Saturn Sky | |
| Make | Jensen | Saturn |
| Model | SV-8 | Sky |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2600 mm |
