2003 BMW 325 vs. 1997 Ford Puma
To start off, 2003 BMW 325 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Puma 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 69 more horse power than 1997 Ford Puma. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 325 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1997 Ford Puma. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Puma. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 1997 Ford Puma | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 325 | Puma |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
