2009 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang 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 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Sky (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Ford Mustang. (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Sky should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Sky weights approximately 158 kg more than 2009 Ford Mustang. 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, 2008 Saturn Sky (353 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Mustang. (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Sky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mustang | 2008 Saturn Sky | |
| Make | Ford | Saturn |
| Model | Mustang | Sky |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 49 L |
