2005 BMW 325 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse (277 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 723 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, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse (361 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (238 Nm). This means 2013 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2013 Chevrolet Traverse | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 325 | Traverse |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| 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 | 189 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5173 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 83 L |
