2004 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Vectra 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 75 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Vectra. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall Vectra. 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Vectra. (164 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2005 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
| Model | 325 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| 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 | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
