2004 BMW 325 vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 9 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (311 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 343 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (447 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 325 | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 325 | 7 Series |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 447 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2053 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5214 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2134 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |