2004 BMW 325 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 325 would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 56 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (470 Nm) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2007 Chevrolet Lumina | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 325 | Lumina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
