2008 BMW 325 vs. 2011 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2011 Ford Kuga is newer by 3 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2011 Ford Kuga. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Kuga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2011 Ford Kuga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2011 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 2011 Ford Kuga | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 325 | Kuga |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 53 L |
