Saturn Sky

vs

Chevrolet Corvette Z06

USA vs USA — 2006 vs 2015

Saturn Sky (2006)
Chevrolet Corvette Z06 (2015)
Specifications
Sky Red Line TurboCorvette Z06 C7 LT4 Supercharged
Horsepower260 hp650 hp
Torque260 lb-ft650 lb-ft
Engine Size1,998 cc6,162 cc
0-60 mph5.5 sec3.0 sec
Top Speed155 mph194 mph
¼ Mile14.0 sec11.0 sec
Weight2,954 lbs3,524 lbs
Wheelbase2,414 mm2,710 mm
Length4,090 mm4,514 mm
Units Produced7,50036,667
Original MSRP$30,585$79,995
Value (Excellent)$35,000$110,000
Collectibility6/106/10
Rarity7/104/10
The Verdict

It's a closely fought contest. The 2006 Saturn Sky Red Line Turbo brings lighter weight, greater rarity, better value to the table, and the 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 C7 LT4 Supercharged answers with more power, quicker acceleration, higher top speed. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.

Overview

In the world of Sports Car cars, few comparisons generate as much discussion as the 2006 Saturn Sky Red Line Turbo versus the 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 C7 LT4 Supercharged. Both hail from Modern classic and represent the pinnacle of their respective manufacturers' ambitions. The 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 C7 LT4 Supercharged holds a clear advantage in raw power with 650 hp compared to 260 hp, a 390-horsepower difference that shapes the driving experience. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Saturn Sky uses a Inline-4 Turbocharged displacing 1,998 cc, while the Chevrolet Corvette Z06 relies on a V8 OHV 16V Supercharged with 6,162 cc. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 C7 LT4 Supercharged edges ahead at 3.0 seconds versus 5.5 seconds. The Saturn Sky carries a weight advantage, tipping the scales 570 lbs lighter. Rarity plays a significant role here — with only 7,500 units built, the 2006 Saturn Sky Red Line Turbo is considerably scarcer than the Chevrolet Corvette Z06's 36,667 examples. On the collector market, the 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 C7 LT4 Supercharged commands a significant premium over the 2006 Saturn Sky Red Line Turbo, reflecting differences in prestige and rarity.