2007 BMW 325 vs. 2000 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2000 Holden Commodore. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Commodore weights approximately 85 kg more than 2007 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, 2000 Holden Commodore (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325. 2000 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 2000 Holden Commodore | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 325 | Commodore |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2950 mm |