2007 BMW 325 vs. 2001 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2001 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 400 kg more than 2001 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda HR-V. 2007 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda HR-V has manual transmission. 2001 Honda HR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 2001 Honda HR-V | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 325 | HR-V |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1672 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 73 L |