2003 BMW 325 vs. 2001 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2003 BMW 325 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 325 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 314 kg more than 2003 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 245 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 2001 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 325 | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2290 mm |
