2007 Saturn Sky vs. 2007 Saturn ION
To start off, both 2007 Saturn Sky and 2007 Saturn ION were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 32 more horse power than 2007 Saturn ION. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Sky should accelerate faster than 2007 Saturn ION.
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, 2007 Saturn ION, 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 (225 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saturn ION. (203 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Saturn Sky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Saturn Sky | 2007 Saturn ION | |
Make | Saturn | Saturn |
Model | Sky | ION |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2399 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2630 mm |