2004 BMW 325 vs. 2003 BMW X5
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (338 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 600 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, 2003 BMW X5 (400 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2003 BMW X5 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 325 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 338 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 2195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 18.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 93 L |
