2006 Chevrolet SSR 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 Chevrolet SSR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet SSR would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2007 Saturn Sky. (260 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2007 Saturn Sky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saturn Sky weights approximately 251 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saturn Sky. (353 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saturn Sky. 2007 Saturn Sky has automatic transmission and 2006 Chevrolet SSR has manual transmission. 2006 Chevrolet SSR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Saturn Sky will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet SSR | 2007 Saturn Sky | |
Make | Chevrolet | Saturn |
Model | SSR | Sky |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2420 mm |