2003 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Saturn LW
To start off, 2005 Saturn LW 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 57 more horse power than 2005 Saturn LW. (135 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn LW. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 325 weights approximately 82 kg more than 2005 Saturn LW. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn LW. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn LW. 2005 Saturn LW 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. 2005 Saturn LW will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 2005 Saturn LW | |
| Make | BMW | Saturn |
| Model | 325 | LW |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 59 L |
