2006 BMW 325 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,565 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2007 Chevrolet Lumina | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 325 | Lumina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3565 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |
