2007 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2008 Saturn Sky is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Accord would be higher. Both 2007 Honda Accord and 2008 Saturn Sky are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Sky (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (154 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Sky should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 64 kg more than 2008 Saturn Sky.
Because 2008 Saturn Sky is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Saturn Sky. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Saturn Sky (353 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Sky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 2008 Saturn Sky | |
Make | Honda | Saturn |
Model | Accord | Sky |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 49 L |