2004 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria (239 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 130 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, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria (362 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 325 | 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 325 | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 362 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |