2005 BMW 325 vs. 1999 Chrysler Cirrus
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chrysler Cirrus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chrysler Cirrus would be higher. Both 2005 BMW 325 and 1999 Chrysler Cirrus are equipped with a 2,497 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1999 Chrysler Cirrus. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1999 Chrysler Cirrus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 67 kg more than 1999 Chrysler Cirrus. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chrysler Cirrus. (230 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chrysler Cirrus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1999 Chrysler Cirrus | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 325 | Cirrus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
