2009 BMW 325 vs. 2009 Holden Cruze
To start off, both 2009 BMW 325 and 2009 Holden Cruze 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 (189 HP) has 79 more horse power than 2009 Holden Cruze. (110 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2009 Holden Cruze.
Because 2009 BMW 325 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Holden Cruze, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Holden Cruze. (153 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 2009 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 325 | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 110 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1477 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2685 mm |
