2008 Saturn Sky vs. 2011 Kia Carens
To start off, 2011 Kia Carens is newer by 3 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. Both 2008 Saturn Sky and 2011 Kia Carens are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Sky (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2011 Kia Carens. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Sky should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Carens weights approximately 190 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, 2011 Kia Carens, 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 (353 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Carens. (189 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Sky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Saturn Sky | 2011 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Saturn | Kia |
| Model | Sky | Carens |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| 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 | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1519 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |
