2009 BMW 325 vs. 2009 BMW 130
To start off, both 2009 BMW 325 and 2009 BMW 130 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2009 BMW 130.
Because 2009 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 130. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 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 130 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325. 2009 BMW 130 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW 325 | 2009 BMW 130 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 325 | 130 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 53 L |