2008 BMW 325 vs. 2008 Opel Movano
To start off, both 2008 BMW 325 and 2008 Opel Movano were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Movano weights approximately 314 kg more than 2008 BMW 325.
Because 2008 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Movano. 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 Opel Movano (290 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Movano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 2008 Opel Movano | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 325 | Movano |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1889 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
