2004 BMW 325 vs. 2011 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2011 Toyota iQ 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 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 95 more horse power than 2011 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 735 kg more than 2011 Toyota iQ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota iQ. (190 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2011 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 325 | iQ |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3051 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 32 L |
