2008 Saturn Sky vs. 2002 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2008 Saturn Sky is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Caldina would be higher. Both 2008 Saturn Sky and 2002 Toyota Caldina are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Sky (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Caldina. (256 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Sky should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 156 kg more than 2008 Saturn Sky.
Because 2002 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Saturn Sky. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina 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 Saturn Sky (353 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Caldina. (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Sky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Caldina. 2002 Toyota Caldina has automatic transmission and 2008 Saturn Sky has manual transmission. 2008 Saturn Sky will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Saturn Sky | 2002 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Saturn | Toyota |
| Model | Sky | Caldina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2710 mm |
