2004 BMW 325 vs. 2008 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2008 Lancia Phedra is newer by 4 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 66 more horse power than 2008 Lancia Phedra. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2008 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 141 kg more than 2004 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Lancia Phedra (300 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2008 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2008 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 325 | Phedra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.1:1 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1736 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
