2004 BMW 325 vs. 1993 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Subaru Vivio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Subaru Vivio would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Vivio. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1993 Subaru Vivio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1993 Subaru Vivio | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 325 | Vivio |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2320 mm |
