2003 BMW 325 vs. 2000 Rover 45
To start off, 2003 BMW 325 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Rover 45 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 74 more horse power than 2000 Rover 45. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2000 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 325 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2000 Rover 45. 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Rover 45. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Rover 45. 2000 Rover 45 has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Rover 45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 325 | 2000 Rover 45 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | 325 | 45 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |