2005 BMW 325 vs. 2002 Rover 75
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Rover 75 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 62 more horse power than 2002 Rover 75. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2002 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Rover 75 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2005 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Rover 75. (160 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2002 Rover 75 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 325 | 75 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
