2004 BMW 325 vs. 2001 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 20 kg more than 2004 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Toyota Soarer (431 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 325 | 2001 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 325 | Soarer |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 431 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |