2004 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2005 Lotus Elise 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, 2005 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 745 kg more than 2005 Lotus Elise.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Elise. (186 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2005 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | 325 | Elise |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |
