2006 BMW 325 vs. 2010 Pontiac G3
To start off, 2010 Pontiac G3 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 110 more horse power than 2010 Pontiac G3. (105 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2010 Pontiac G3.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Pontiac G3. (142 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Pontiac G3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2010 Pontiac G3 | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 325 | G3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1599 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
