2005 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Uplander
To start off, both 2005 BMW 325 and 2005 Chevrolet Uplander were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 533 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, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander, 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, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander (299 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (246 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325. 2005 Chevrolet Uplander 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 Chevrolet Uplander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2005 Chevrolet Uplander | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 325 | Uplander |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 95 L |
