2009 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Saturn Sky
To start off, both 2009 Audi A4 and 2009 Saturn Sky were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Sky. (173 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Sky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Sky weights approximately 125 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Saturn Sky. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 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, 2009 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Sky. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Sky.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2009 Saturn Sky | |
| Make | Audi | Saturn |
| Model | A4 | Sky |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 49 L |
