2003 BMW 325 vs. 2007 Toyota Auris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Auris is newer by 4 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 17 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Auris. (175 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Auris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Auris weights approximately 30 kg more than 2003 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Toyota Auris (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Auris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 2007 Toyota Auris | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 325 | Auris |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 15.8:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
