2005 BMW 325 vs. 2002 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Impala. (180 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Chevrolet Impala (278 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2002 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2002 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 325 | Impala |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 117 L |
