2003 BMW 325 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 325 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 10 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 261 kg more than 2003 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. 2010 Chevrolet Equinox 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. 2010 Chevrolet Equinox will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 2010 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 325 | Equinox |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | 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 | 192 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1741 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2858 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 71 L |
