2003 BMW 325 vs. 2009 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Ford Falcon is newer by 6 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2003 BMW 325. (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Falcon weights approximately 224 kg more than 2003 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 325. 2009 Ford Falcon 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. 2009 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 2009 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 325 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
