2000 BMW 325 vs. 2005 BMW 330
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 5 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2000 BMW 325. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2000 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (290 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 325. (245 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 325 | 2005 BMW 330 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 325 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
