2006 Nissan Titan vs. 2008 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2008 Saturn Sky is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Titan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Titan would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2008 Saturn Sky. (173 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2008 Saturn Sky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Sky weights approximately 195 kg more than 2006 Nissan Titan.
Because 2006 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Saturn Sky. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Titan 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, 2006 Nissan Titan (514 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Sky. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Sky. 2006 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 2008 Saturn Sky has manual transmission. 2008 Saturn Sky will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Titan | 2008 Saturn Sky | |
| Make | Nissan | Saturn |
| Model | Titan | Sky |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 514 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 49 L |
