2003 BMW 325 vs. 2008 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2008 Lotus Exige is newer by 5 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 3 more horse power than 2008 Lotus Exige. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2008 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 325 weights approximately 564 kg more than 2008 Lotus Exige. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lotus Exige. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 2008 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | 325 | Exige |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |
