2007 BMW 325 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, both 2007 BMW 325 and 2007 Chevrolet Equinox were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 252 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Equinox is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 325 | Equinox |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3425 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1752 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |