2006 BMW 325 vs. 2010 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2010 Dodge Journey 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Journey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Journey (235 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Journey weights approximately 393 kg more than 2006 BMW 325. 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, 2010 Dodge Journey, 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, 2010 Dodge Journey (314 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Journey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2010 Dodge Journey | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 325 | Journey |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1843 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1834 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2891 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 78 L |
