2005 BMW 325 vs. 1998 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 605. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 54 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 605. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 605. (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1998 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 325 | 605 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
