2009 Porsche 911 vs. 2007 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Saturn Sky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Saturn Sky would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2007 Saturn Sky. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Saturn Sky.
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 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saturn Sky. (225 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saturn Sky. 2009 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2007 Saturn Sky has manual transmission. 2007 Saturn Sky will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche 911 | 2007 Saturn Sky | |
| Make | Porsche | Saturn |
| Model | 911 | Sky |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3824 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2420 mm |
