2004 BMW 325 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, both 2004 BMW 325 and 2004 Chevrolet Corvette were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 325 | 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 325 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2490 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 339 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 483 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 117 L |