2005 BMW 325 vs. 2002 Xedos 9
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Xedos 9 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2002 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2002 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Xedos 9 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2005 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2002 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | BMW | Xedos |
| Model | 325 | 9 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2760 mm |
