2000 BMW 318 vs. 2004 BMW 325
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 318 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2000 BMW 318. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2000 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 318 | 2004 BMW 325 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 318 | 325 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1894 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |