2007 Saturn Sky vs. 2007 Volvo XC90
To start off, both 2007 Saturn Sky and 2007 Volvo XC90 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,414 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo XC90 (311 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2007 Saturn Sky. (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2007 Saturn Sky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 859 kg more than 2007 Saturn Sky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 (441 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saturn Sky. (353 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saturn Sky.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Saturn Sky | 2007 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Saturn | Volvo |
Model | Sky | XC90 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 4414 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 2188 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2870 mm |