2005 BMW 325 vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Rover 75 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 75 (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 186 kg more than 2005 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Rover 75 (418 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 325 | 2004 Rover 75 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | 325 | 75 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 418 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 54 L |