2005 BMW 325 vs. 2008 Pontiac G8
To start off, 2008 Pontiac G8 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac G8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac G8 (362 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G8 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 108 kg more than 2008 Pontiac G8.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Pontiac G8 (530 Nm) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2008 Pontiac G8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2008 Pontiac G8 | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 325 | G8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
