2005 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Smart Roadster
To start off, both 2005 BMW 325 and 2005 Smart Roadster were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Smart Roadster. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Roadster.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Roadster. 2005 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 2005 Smart Roadster has manual transmission. 2005 Smart Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 325 | 2005 Smart Roadster | |
Make | BMW | Smart |
Model | 325 | Roadster |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 35 L |