2005 BMW 325 i vs. 2005 BMW 325 xi Automatic
To start off, both 2005 BMW 325 i and 2005 BMW 325 xi Automatic 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 i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 i (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325 xi Automatic. (184 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 i should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325 xi Automatic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 xi Automatic weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 BMW 325 i.
Because 2005 BMW 325 xi Automatic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 325 i. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 xi Automatic will offer significantly more control. 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, both vehicles can yield 245 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2005 BMW 325 xi Automatic has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 325 i has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 325 i will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 325 xi Automatic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 i | 2005 BMW 325 xi Automatic | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 325 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
