2005 BMW 325 vs. 2006 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2006 Lotus Elise is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 629 kg more than 2006 Lotus Elise.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (238 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lotus Elise. (187 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 325 | 2006 Lotus Elise | |
Make | BMW | Lotus |
Model | 325 | Elise |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1803 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 187 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 896 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |