2005 BMW 325 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Sonic
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic is newer by 8 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 50 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. (134 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. 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 (237 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. (201 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2013 Chevrolet Sonic | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 325 | Sonic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4039 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 46 L |
