2008 Saturn Sky vs. 2002 Vauxhall Agila

To start off, 2008 Saturn Sky is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Agila. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Agila would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Sky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Sky (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Agila. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Sky should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Sky weights approximately 720 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Agila. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 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 2008 Saturn Sky. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Agila, 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 Saturn Sky (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Agila. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Sky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Agila.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Saturn Sky 2002 Vauxhall Agila
Make Saturn Vauxhall
Model Sky Agila
Year Released 2008 2002
Body Type Convertible Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2399 cc 971 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 173 HP 57 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 226 Nm 87 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3800 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1735 kg 1015 kg
Vehicle Length 4100 mm 3510 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2420 mm 2370 mm