2009 BMW 325 vs. 2008 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Saturn Sky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Saturn Sky would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2008 Saturn Sky. (173 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2008 Saturn Sky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2008 Saturn Sky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 BMW 325 (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Sky. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Sky.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 325 | 2008 Saturn Sky | |
Make | BMW | Saturn |
Model | 325 | Sky |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |