2006 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Vauxhall Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Vauxhall Monaro would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall Monaro (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2005 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
| Model | 325 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 5665 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2800 mm |
