2005 BMW 325 vs. 2000 ZAZ Wagon
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 ZAZ Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 ZAZ Wagon would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (181 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2000 ZAZ Wagon. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2000 ZAZ Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 705 kg more than 2000 ZAZ Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 ZAZ Wagon, 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, 2005 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 ZAZ Wagon. (79 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 ZAZ Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2000 ZAZ Wagon | |
| Make | BMW | ZAZ |
| Model | 325 | Wagon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 67 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2330 mm |
