2008 BMW 325 vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2008 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 665 kg more than 2008 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 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, 2010 BMW X5 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 325 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2993 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 85 L |
