2009 Saturn Sky vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 2 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Sky. (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Sky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Sky weights approximately 188 kg more than 2011 Honda Accord.
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, 2011 Honda Accord, 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, 2011 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Sky. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Sky. 2011 Honda Accord 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. 2011 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Saturn Sky | 2011 Honda Accord | |
Make | Saturn | Honda |
Model | Sky | Accord |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1547 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |