2012 BMW X5 vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 325 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2010 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 825 kg more than 2010 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 BMW X5 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 325. (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW X5 | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | X5 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 609 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4854 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1933 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1775 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2933 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 63 L |
