2009 Saturn Sky vs. 2009 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 2009 Saturn Sky and 2009 Subaru Outback were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Sky. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Sky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Outback weights approximately 91 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 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback (215 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Sky. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Sky. 2009 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Saturn Sky | 2009 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Saturn | Subaru |
Model | Sky | Outback |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2384 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |