2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon (306 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon | 2007 BMW 325 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Sportwagon | 325 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 247 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |