2005 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Fiat Multipla
To start off, both 2005 BMW 325 and 2005 Fiat Multipla 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 (181 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Multipla. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 98 kg more than 2005 BMW 325.
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 Fiat Multipla, 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 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Multipla. (145 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 325 | 2005 Fiat Multipla | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 325 | Multipla |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 145 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1548 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |