2005 BMW 325 vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 5 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 695 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, 2010 BMW X6 (406 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (238 Nm). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2010 BMW X6 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 325 | X6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4879 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1689 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 85 L |
