2005 BMW 325 vs. 2000 Honda Passport
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Passport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Passport would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda Passport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Passport (190 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (189 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Passport should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325.
Because 2005 BMW 325 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Passport, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Honda Passport (256 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (245 Nm). This means 2000 Honda Passport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2000 Honda Passport | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 325 | Passport |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |
