2005 BMW 325 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Matiz
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Matiz is newer by 6 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Matiz. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 564 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Matiz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Matiz. (91 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2011 Chevrolet Matiz | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 325 | Matiz |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 35 L |
