2003 BMW 325 vs. 1996 Ford Escort
To start off, 2003 BMW 325 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 325 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1996 Ford Escort. (131 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 325 weights approximately 328 kg more than 1996 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (172 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 1996 Ford Escort | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 325 | Escort |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 48 L |
