2008 BMW 330 vs. 2005 BMW 325
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2008 BMW 330.
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, 2008 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 2005 BMW 325 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 330 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
