2007 BMW 320 vs. 2005 BMW 325
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 2 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 41 kg more than 2005 BMW 325.
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, 2007 BMW 320 (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 320 | 2005 BMW 325 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 320 | 325 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1464 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |