2005 BMW 325 vs. 2004 BMW 325
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 131 kg more than 2005 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (245 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2004 BMW 325 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 325 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
