2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2008 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS 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 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Saturn Sky. (173 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2008 Saturn Sky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 53 kg more than 2008 Saturn Sky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Cadillac CTS (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Sky. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Sky.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 2008 Saturn Sky | |
| Make | Cadillac | Saturn |
| Model | CTS | Sky |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 49 L |
