2004 BMW 325 vs. 2004 Holden Astra
To start off, both 2004 BMW 325 and 2004 Holden Astra were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2004 Holden Astra. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 432 kg more than 2004 Holden Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Astra. (173 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2004 Holden Astra | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 325 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
