2005 BMW 325 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Eos 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 18 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Eos. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 101 kg more than 2005 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Volkswagen Eos (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2013 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 325 | Eos |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1443 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
