2009 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Honda Avancier
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Avancier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Avancier would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Honda Avancier. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Avancier weights approximately 140 kg more than 2009 BMW 325.
Because 2005 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Avancier 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, 2009 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Avancier. (206 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Avancier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 2005 Honda Avancier | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 325 | Avancier |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |
