2008 BMW 325 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 4 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 145 kg more than 2008 BMW 325.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 2012 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 325 | Orlando |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 10.3 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 | 1520 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
