2010 GMC Terrain vs. 2005 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 GMC Terrain is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2010 GMC Terrain. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Terrain weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 BMW 325.
Because 2005 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 GMC Terrain. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 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, 2005 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 GMC Terrain | 2005 BMW 325 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Terrain | 325 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4707 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2858 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |
