2004 BMW 325 vs. 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora (247 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 130 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, 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 325 | Aurora |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
