2005 BMW 530 vs. 2007 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2007 Saturn Sky is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saturn Sky (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Sky should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 336 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, 2007 Saturn Sky (353 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Saturn Sky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 2007 Saturn Sky | |
Make | BMW | Saturn |
Model | 530 | Sky |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | 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 | 254 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2420 mm |