2004 BMW 325 vs. 2001 Chrysler LHS
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chrysler LHS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chrysler LHS would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler LHS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler LHS (250 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler LHS should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 78 kg more than 2001 Chrysler LHS.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Chrysler LHS (332 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2001 Chrysler LHS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2001 Chrysler LHS | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 325 | LHS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
