2003 BMW 325 vs. 2001 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 2003 BMW 325 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet S-10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet S-10 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 325 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 325 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet S-10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet S-10. 2001 Chevrolet S-10 has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Chevrolet S-10 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 2001 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 325 | S-10 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3130 mm |
