2004 BMW 325 vs. 2011 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Equus is newer by 7 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Equus (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 325 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Hyundai Equus (451 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2011 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2011 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 325 | Equus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5159 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3045 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 77 L |
