2009 Saturn Sky vs. 2011 BMW Z4
To start off, 2011 BMW Z4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Saturn Sky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Saturn Sky would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Sky. (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Sky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Sky weights approximately 125 kg more than 2011 BMW Z4.
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, 2011 BMW Z4 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Sky. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Sky.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Saturn Sky | 2011 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Saturn | BMW |
Model | Sky | Z4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4242 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2497 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |