2005 Porsche 911 vs. 2008 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2008 Saturn Sky is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2008 Saturn Sky. (173 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Saturn Sky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2008 Saturn Sky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Sky. (226 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Sky.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 2008 Saturn Sky | |
| Make | Porsche | Saturn |
| Model | 911 | Sky |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3605 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 445 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |
