2009 BMW 325 vs. 2009 BMW 535
To start off, both 2009 BMW 325 and 2009 BMW 535 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 BMW 535.
Because 2009 BMW 535 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, 2009 BMW 535 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 535 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 325 | 2009 BMW 535 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 325 | 535 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |