2009 Saturn Sky vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 4 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Sky. (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Sky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 456 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 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Saturn Sky. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Sky. (353 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Sky.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Saturn Sky | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Saturn | Porsche |
Model | Sky | Panamera |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | single |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |