2010 BMW 325 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, both 2010 BMW 325 and 2010 Chevrolet Orlando were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 140 kg more than 2010 BMW 325.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 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, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 325. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 BMW 325 | 2010 Chevrolet Orlando | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 325 | Orlando |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 16.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4652 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1633 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |