2003 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2005 Holden Vectra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 325 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 46 more horse power than 2005 Holden Vectra. (146 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 325 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Holden Vectra. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Vectra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 2005 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 325 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
