2005 BMW 325 vs. 2003 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lotus Esprit (240 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 189 kg more than 2003 Lotus Esprit.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Lotus Esprit (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 325 | 2003 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | BMW | Lotus |
Model | 325 | Esprit |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2430 mm |