2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2007 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Saturn Sky. (260 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2007 Saturn Sky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saturn Sky weights approximately 68 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (415 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saturn Sky. (353 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saturn Sky.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2007 Saturn Sky | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saturn |
| Model | Silverado | Sky |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 415 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2420 mm |
