2005 BMW 325 vs. 2009 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 4 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (155 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 466 kg more than 2005 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2009 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 325 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 7350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 4330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 95 L |
