2005 BMW 325 vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (168 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. 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 (237 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (180 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 325 | Familia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
