2005 BMW 325 vs. 2005 BMW 316
To start off, both 2005 BMW 325 and 2005 BMW 316 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2005 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2005 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 BMW 325 (246 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 316. 2005 BMW 316 has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 316 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 325 | 2005 BMW 316 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 325 | 316 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |