2009 BMW 325 vs. 2009 Ford Kuga
To start off, both 2009 BMW 325 and 2009 Ford Kuga were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2009 Ford Kuga. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Kuga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2009 Ford Kuga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Kuga 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 Ford Kuga 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 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 325 | 2009 Ford Kuga | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 325 | Kuga |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 248 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 53 L |