2004 BMW 325 vs. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 225 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 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2001 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2001 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
| Model | 325 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
