2000 BMW 325 vs. 2003 Xedos 9
To start off, 2003 Xedos 9 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 325 (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2003 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2003 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Xedos 9 weights approximately 43 kg more than 2000 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 325 | 2003 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | BMW | Xedos |
| Model | 325 | 9 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
