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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2004 Rover 75. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 66 kg more than 2005 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 75. (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 75.
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 | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
