2006 BMW 325 vs. 2009 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 3 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Rodius (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 SsangYong Rodius (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2009 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 325 | Rodius |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3199 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
