2005 BMW 325 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2006 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 325 | Malibu |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |
