2005 BMW 325 vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2006 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 325 | 2006 BMW 530 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 325 | 530 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |