2004 BMW 325 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, both 2004 BMW 325 and 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (617 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 428 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren weights approximately 58 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (780 Nm) has 543 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 325 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 325 | SLR McLaren |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 617 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 780 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1768 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |