2009 BMW 530 vs. 2002 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Saturn Sky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Saturn Sky would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 485 kg more than 2002 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, 2009 BMW 530 (300 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Saturn Sky. (259 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Saturn Sky.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 530 | 2002 Saturn Sky | |
| Make | BMW | Saturn |
| Model | 530 | Sky |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2600 mm |
