2003 BMW X Activity vs. 2008 BMW 325
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW X Activity. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X Activity would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW X Activity is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X Activity (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X Activity should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X Activity weights approximately 55 kg more than 2008 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2003 BMW X Activity (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X Activity will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X Activity | 2008 BMW 325 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | X Activity | 325 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
