2008 Saturn Sky vs. 2012 Audi Q5
To start off, 2012 Audi Q5 is newer by 4 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 35 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q5. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Sky should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q5.
Because 2012 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Saturn Sky. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q5 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, 2012 Audi Q5 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Sky. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Sky. 2012 Audi Q5 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. 2012 Audi Q5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Saturn Sky | 2012 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Saturn | Audi |
| Model | Sky | Q5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |
