2003 BMW 520 vs. 2009 BMW 325
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2003 BMW 520. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 520 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2009 BMW 325.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 520 | 2009 BMW 325 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 520 | 325 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |