2003 BMW 325 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Eos 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Eos (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2003 BMW 325. (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 325 weights approximately 233 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Eos.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Volkswagen Eos (282 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 325 | 2009 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 325 | Eos |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 282 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |