2000 BMW 325 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 325 (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Equinox. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 197 kg more than 2000 BMW 325.
Because 2000 BMW 325 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Equinox, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 325 | 2011 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 325 | Equinox |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1717 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2858 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 71 L |
