2005 Holden Statesman vs. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3
To start off, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2005 Holden Statesman. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 Holden Statesman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Statesman. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Holden Statesman | 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 | |
Make | Holden | BMW |
Model | Statesman | ActiveHybrid 3 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1429 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2810 mm |