2005 BMW 325 vs. 2013 Mazda CX-5
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-5 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 31 more horse power than 2013 Mazda CX-5. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda CX-5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda CX-5 weights approximately 28 kg more than 2005 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda CX-5. (203 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda CX-5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2013 Mazda CX-5 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 325 | CX-5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| 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 | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 13.0 : 1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4555 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2165 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 56 L |
