2002 Saturn Sky vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Saturn Sky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Saturn Sky would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 775 kg more than 2002 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (447 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Saturn Sky. (259 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Saturn Sky. 2013 BMW 6 series has automatic transmission and 2002 Saturn Sky has manual transmission. 2002 Saturn Sky will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 6 series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Saturn Sky | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Saturn | BMW |
| Model | Sky | 6 series |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 311 HP |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4897 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2856 mm |
