2005 BMW 325 vs. 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (181 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 295 kg more than 2005 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette, 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, 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 325 | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3348 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |
