2008 BMW X3 vs. 2007 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Saturn Sky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Saturn Sky would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saturn Sky (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Sky should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 411 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Saturn Sky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3. 2007 Saturn Sky has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW X3 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW X3 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.
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2008 BMW X3 | 2007 Saturn Sky | |
Make | BMW | Saturn |
Model | X3 | Sky |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2420 mm |