2004 BMW 325 vs. 2002 Toyota FXS
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota FXS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota FXS would be higher. At 4,290 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota FXS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota FXS (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota FXS should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2002 Toyota FXS.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Toyota FXS (270 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota FXS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2002 Toyota FXS | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 325 | FXS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 4290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
