2005 BMW 325 vs. 2011 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 463 kg more than 2005 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2011 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2011 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 325 | Kyron |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
