2009 BMW 325 vs. 2007 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 2 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saturn Sky (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Sky should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325.
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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Saturn Sky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325. 2007 Saturn Sky has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 325 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 2007 Saturn Sky | |
| Make | BMW | Saturn |
| Model | 325 | Sky |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 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 | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2420 mm |
