2004 BMW 325 vs. 2004 Smart ForFour
To start off, both 2004 BMW 325 and 2004 Smart ForFour 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 81 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForFour. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 735 kg more than 2004 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2004 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | BMW | Smart |
| Model | 325 | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 47 L |
