2005 Nissan Quest 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 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Sky. (173 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Sky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 85 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.
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 Nissan Quest, 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, 2005 Nissan Quest (334 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Sky. (226 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Sky.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Quest | 2009 Saturn Sky | |
Make | Nissan | Saturn |
Model | Quest | Sky |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3294 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 226 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 99.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 49 L |