2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2009 Saturn Sky

To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Suburban 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Sky. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Sky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 856 kg more than 2009 Saturn Sky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Sky. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Sky. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2009 Saturn Sky has manual transmission. 2009 Saturn Sky will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chevrolet Suburban 2009 Saturn Sky
Make Chevrolet Saturn
Model Suburban Sky
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type SUV Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5300 cc 2384 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 310 HP 171 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 454 Nm 167 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4500 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2200 kg 1344 kg
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1820 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 15.7 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 23.5 L/100km 12.4 L/100km


 

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