2000 BMW 325 vs. 2008 BMW 318
To start off, 2008 BMW 318 is newer by 8 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2008 BMW 318. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 318.
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, 2000 BMW 325 (246 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 318. 2000 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 325 | 2008 BMW 318 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 325 | 318 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
