2004 BMW 325 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2004 BMW 325 and 2004 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 391 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. 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 Volkswagen Polo (335 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 325 | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 325 | Polo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1421 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 335 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1204 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |