2005 BMW 325 vs. 2000 BMW 323
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 323 would be higher. Both 2005 BMW 325 and 2000 BMW 323 are equipped with a 2,494 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2000 BMW 323. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 323 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2005 BMW 325.
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, 2005 BMW 325 (246 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 323. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 325 | 2000 BMW 323 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 325 | 323 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |