2004 BMW 325 vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum is newer by 3 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Quantum (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (116 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Quantum should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 705 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Toyota Quantum (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 325 | 2007 Toyota Quantum | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 325 | Quantum |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 20.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3120 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |