2006 BMW 325 vs. 2009 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2009 Saturn Sky is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,997 cc, 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Sky (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Sky should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Saturn Sky (353 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Sky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2009 Saturn Sky | |
| Make | BMW | Saturn |
| Model | 325 | Sky |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 49 L |
