2007 Saturn Sky vs. 2007 Holden Captiva
To start off, both 2007 Saturn Sky and 2007 Holden Captiva were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Holden Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Holden Captiva (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Saturn Sky. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Holden Captiva should accelerate faster than 2007 Saturn Sky.
Because 2007 Holden Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Saturn Sky. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Holden Captiva 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 Holden Captiva (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saturn Sky. (225 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Holden Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saturn Sky. 2007 Holden Captiva has automatic transmission and 2007 Saturn Sky has manual transmission. 2007 Saturn Sky will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Holden Captiva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Saturn Sky | 2007 Holden Captiva | |
Make | Saturn | Holden |
Model | Sky | Captiva |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2399 cc | 3194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2710 mm |