2005 BMW 325 vs. 2010 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2010 Buick Enclave 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (190 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Enclave weights approximately 538 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 Buick Enclave (366 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2010 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2010 Buick Enclave | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 325 | Enclave |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2007 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 83 L |
