2008 Saturn Sky vs. 2009 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Toyota Camry is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Saturn Sky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Saturn Sky 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 15 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Camry. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Sky should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Camry weights approximately 40 kg more than 2008 Saturn Sky.
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, 2009 Toyota Camry, 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Camry. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Sky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Saturn Sky | 2009 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Saturn | Toyota |
| Model | Sky | Camry |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
