2007 BMW 325 vs. 2007 BMW 323
To start off, both 2007 BMW 325 and 2007 BMW 323 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2007 BMW 325 and 2007 BMW 323 are equipped with a 2,497 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 BMW 323. (176 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 323 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 323. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 323. 2007 BMW 323 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 323 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 2007 BMW 323 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 325 | 323 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2497 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |