2004 BMW 325 vs. 2009 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2009 Lotus Exige 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Exige. (236 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 325 | 2009 Lotus Exige | |
Make | BMW | Lotus |
Model | 325 | Exige |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 236 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 44 L |