2006 Acura RL vs. 2007 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2007 Saturn Sky is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Saturn Sky. (260 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2007 Saturn Sky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura RL weights approximately 249 kg more than 2007 Saturn Sky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Saturn Sky. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Saturn Sky (353 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Saturn Sky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RL | 2007 Saturn Sky | |
| Make | Acura | Saturn |
| Model | RL | Sky |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2420 mm |
