2007 Saturn Sky vs. 2001 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2007 Saturn Sky is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Saturn Sky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saturn Sky (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Sky should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForTwo.
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, 2007 Saturn Sky (225 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Saturn Sky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Saturn Sky | 2001 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Saturn | Smart |
| Model | Sky | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 1820 mm |
