2004 BMW 325 vs. 2009 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 5 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 18 kg more than 2009 Dodge Charger.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dodge Charger (339 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2009 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 325 | Charger |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
