2006 BMW 325 vs. 2000 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,997 cc, 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2000 Ford Taurus. (156 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Taurus.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Taurus. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 325 | 2000 Ford Taurus | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 325 | Taurus |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2933 cc |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 78.7 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |