2007 Saturn Sky vs. 2001 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Saturn Sky is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Saturn Sky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saturn Sky (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Sky should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 131 kg more than 2007 Saturn Sky.
Because 2007 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 2007 Saturn Sky. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2007 Saturn Sky (353 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Saturn Sky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Saturn Sky | 2001 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Saturn | Toyota |
| Model | Sky | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2710 mm |
