2005 BMW 325 vs. 2008 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2008 Cadillac SRX is newer by 3 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 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac SRX (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 611 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Cadillac SRX (339 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2008 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2008 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 325 | SRX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2071 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
