2007 Saturn Sky vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Saturn Sky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Saturn Sky would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2007 Saturn Sky. (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2007 Saturn Sky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1 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 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia, 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saturn Sky. (353 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saturn Sky.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Saturn Sky | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Saturn | Toyota |
| Model | Sky | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 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 | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3110 mm |
