2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2007 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (284 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Saturn Sky. (260 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2007 Saturn Sky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1090 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 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Tahoe 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 Tahoe (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saturn Sky. (353 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saturn Sky.
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2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2007 Saturn Sky | |
Make | Chevrolet | Saturn |
Model | Tahoe | Sky |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 284 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2420 mm |