2004 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Ford Laser
To start off, 2005 Ford Laser 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 79 more horse power than 2005 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 480 kg more than 2005 Ford Laser. 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Laser. (145 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2005 Ford Laser | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 325 | Laser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
