2006 BMW 325 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt

To start off, both 2006 BMW 325 and 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. (143 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 325 weights approximately 279 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 BMW 325 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 325 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt
Make BMW Chevrolet
Model 325 Cobalt
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2494 cc 2189 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 189 HP 143 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 245 Nm 210 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 86.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 94.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1545 kg 1266 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4590 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.2 L/100km 14 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 117 L


 

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