2006 BMW 545 vs. 2009 BMW 320
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 545 would be higher. At 2,494 cc, 2006 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 545 | 2009 BMW 320 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 545 | 320 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1995 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
