2006 BMW 325 vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 4 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 2,997 cc, 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 BMW 120 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 325 | 120 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1995 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 51 L |
