2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Sky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Sky (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (159 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Sky should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Sky weights approximately 640 kg more than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Saturn Sky (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Sky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2009 Saturn Sky | |
Make | Mazda | Saturn |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Sky |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 99.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 75.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1250 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 49 L |