2006 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 2,999 cc, 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 325 weights approximately 51 kg more than 2005 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2006 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2005 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 325 | HR-V |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1590 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1309 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
