2004 BMW 730 vs. 2008 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2008 Saturn Sky is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Sky (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 BMW 730. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Sky should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 730 weights approximately 461 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Saturn Sky (353 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Sky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 730. 2004 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 2008 Saturn Sky has manual transmission. 2008 Saturn Sky will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 730 | 2008 Saturn Sky | |
| Make | BMW | Saturn |
| Model | 730 | Sky |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 49 L |
