2007 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2009 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2009 Saturn Sky is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Terracan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Terracan would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Sky (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Sky should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 818 kg more than 2009 Saturn Sky.
Because 2007 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Saturn Sky. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Sky. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Sky.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Terracan | 2009 Saturn Sky | |
| Make | Hyundai | Saturn |
| Model | Terracan | Sky |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
