2004 BMW 545 vs. 2006 BMW 325
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 545 (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 545 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2006 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 545 | 2006 BMW 325 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 545 | 325 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |