2006 BMW 325 vs. 2003 BMW 325
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,999 cc, 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2003 BMW 325. (192 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 325 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2006 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2003 BMW 325 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 325 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2494 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |
