2005 BMW 325 vs. 2013 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2013 GMC Terrain 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2013 GMC Terrain. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Terrain weights approximately 264 kg more than 2005 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2013 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 325 | Terrain |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1758 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2857 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 71 L |
