2004 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Daihatsu YRV
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 325 would be higher. 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 98 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu YRV. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 630 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu YRV. 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu YRV. (123 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2005 Daihatsu YRV | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 325 | YRV |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |
