2006 Opel Speedster 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 Opel Speedster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Speedster would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Sky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Saturn Sky. (173 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 2008 Saturn Sky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Sky weights approximately 285 kg more than 2006 Opel Speedster.
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 Opel Speedster (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Sky. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Sky.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Speedster | 2008 Saturn Sky | |
| Make | Opel | Saturn |
| Model | Speedster | Sky |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 61 L |
