2003 BMW 325 vs. 2003 Holden Barina
To start off, both 2003 BMW 325 and 2003 Holden Barina were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 103 more horse power than 2003 Holden Barina. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 325 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2003 Holden Barina. 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Barina. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 325 | 2003 Holden Barina | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 325 | Barina |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2500 mm |