2005 BMW 325 vs. 1996 Honda Today
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Today would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 754 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today. 2005 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1996 Honda Today | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 325 | Today |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
