2002 BMW 330 vs. 2007 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2007 Saturn Sky is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saturn Sky (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2002 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Sky should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 330 weights approximately 286 kg more than 2007 Saturn Sky.
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, 2002 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saturn Sky. (353 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saturn Sky. 2007 Saturn Sky has automatic transmission and 2002 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2002 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Saturn Sky will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 330 | 2007 Saturn Sky | |
| Make | BMW | Saturn |
| Model | 330 | Sky |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2420 mm |
