BMW 325Ci vs Pontiac GTO
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2006 Pontiac GTO
Overview
| Spec | BMW 325Ci325Ci | Pontiac GTOBase |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 325Ci | Base |
| Body style | Coupe | Coupe |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2006 | 2006 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW 325Ci325Ci | Pontiac GTOBase |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $32,300 | $31,290 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW 325Ci325Ci | Pontiac GTOBase |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 21 MPG (best) | 16 MPG |
| City MPG | 18 MPG (best) | 14 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 27 MPG (best) | 19 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 16.6 gal | 18 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | BMW 325Ci325Ci | Pontiac GTOBase |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 184 hp | 400 hp (best) |
| Torque | 175 lb-ft | 400 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2.5 L | 6 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I6 | V8 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW 325Ci325Ci | Pontiac GTOBase |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats (best) | 4 seats |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Cargo volume | 9.5 cu ft (best) | 7 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | — | 1,000 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,197 lbs (best) | 3,725 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 107.3 in | 109.8 in (best) |
| Length | 176.7 in | 189.8 in (best) |
| Width | 69.2 in | 72.5 in (best) |
| Height | 53.9 in | 54.9 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW 325Ci325Ci | Pontiac GTOBase |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 2 | None reported (best) |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | BMW 325Ci | Pontiac GTO |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 325Ci $32,300 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Base $31,290 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | 325Ci $39,600 MSRP | — |
BMW 325Ci vs Pontiac GTO FAQ
- Which is better: 2006 BMW 325Ci or 2006 Pontiac GTO?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2006 BMW 325Ci vs 2006 Pontiac GTO on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2006 BMW 325Ci or 2006 Pontiac GTO?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2006 Pontiac GTO starts lower at $31,290.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2006 BMW 325Ci or 2006 Pontiac GTO?
- The 2006 Pontiac GTO leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (31,290).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2006 BMW 325Ci or 2006 Pontiac GTO?
- The 2006 BMW 325Ci leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (21).
- Which has better horsepower: 2006 BMW 325Ci or 2006 Pontiac GTO?
- The 2006 Pontiac GTO leads on horsepower in this comparison (400).
- Which has better seats: 2006 BMW 325Ci or 2006 Pontiac GTO?
- The 2006 BMW 325Ci leads on seats in this comparison (5).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2006 BMW 325Ci or 2006 Pontiac GTO?
- The 2006 Pontiac GTO leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (1,000).