2009 BMW 325 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 325 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 (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. (174 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando 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 (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 2010 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 325 | Orlando |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
