2005 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Aveo
To start off, both 2005 BMW 325 and 2005 Chevrolet Aveo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 431 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (250 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 325 | 2005 Chevrolet Aveo | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 325 | Aveo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 145 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1063 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |