2006 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 BMW 325
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mustang. (130 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2006 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Mustang (461 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Mustang | 2005 BMW 325 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Mustang | 325 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 63 L |