1998 BMW 325 vs. 2002 Dodge Razor
To start off, 2002 Dodge Razor is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Razor (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1998 BMW 325. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Razor should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 325 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2002 Dodge Razor.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Dodge Razor (312 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 325. (250 Nm). This means 2002 Dodge Razor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 325 | 2002 Dodge Razor | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 325 | Razor |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
