2005 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Mazda Etude
To start off, both 2005 BMW 325 and 2005 Mazda Etude were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Etude. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Etude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 477 kg more than 2005 Mazda Etude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda Etude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Etude. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Etude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2005 Mazda Etude | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 325 | Etude |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1839 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1093 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
