2005 BMW 325 vs. 2001 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Elantra 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 106 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Elantra. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 137 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Elantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 250 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2001 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 325 | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1357 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
