2005 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2010 BMW 325. (194 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 325 weights approximately 93 kg more than 2005 Ford Mustang.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 BMW 325 (400 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mustang. (326 Nm). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Mustang | 2010 BMW 325 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Mustang | 325 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 400 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 61 L |