2009 Saturn Sky vs. 2010 Nissan Altima

To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Sky (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Altima. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Sky should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Altima weights approximately 230 kg more than 2009 Saturn Sky.

Because 2009 Saturn Sky is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Saturn Sky. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Nissan Altima (219 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Sky. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Sky.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Saturn Sky 2010 Nissan Altima
Make Saturn Nissan
Model Sky Altima
Year Released 2009 2010
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2384 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 171 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 167 Nm 219 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2800 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1344 kg 1574 kg
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1796 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.8 L/100km 7.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12.4 L/100km 6.7 L/100km