2007 BMW 325 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,565 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina (241 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 123 kg more than 2007 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 325 | Lumina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
