2006 BMW 325 vs. 1997 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1997 Ford Explorer. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Explorer weights approximately 355 kg more than 2006 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 1997 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 325 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2840 mm |
