2009 Saturn Sky vs. 2010 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2010 Mazda B2300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Saturn Sky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Saturn Sky would be higher. At 2,266 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Sky (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2010 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Sky should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Sky weights approximately 384 kg more than 2010 Mazda B2300. 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 Saturn Sky (353 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Sky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Saturn Sky | 2010 Mazda B2300 | |
Make | Saturn | Mazda |
Model | Sky | B2300 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2266 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 62 L |