2008 BMW 130 vs. 2008 BMW 325
To start off, both 2008 BMW 130 and 2008 BMW 325 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 130 (268 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2008 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2008 BMW 130.
Because 2008 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 130. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 BMW 130 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 130 | 2008 BMW 325 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 130 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 63 L |
