2005 BMW 325 vs. 2001 Daewoo Tacuma
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Daewoo Tacuma would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 136 kg more than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2001 Daewoo Tacuma | |
| Make | BMW | Daewoo |
| Model | 325 | Tacuma |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
