2004 BMW 325 vs. 2000 Honda Insight
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Insight 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 122 more horse power than 2000 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 870 kg more than 2000 Honda Insight. 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Insight. (123 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2000 Honda Insight | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 325 | Insight |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
