2007 BMW 325 vs. 2008 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2008 Ford Fusion is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Fusion (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2008 Ford Fusion.
Because 2008 Ford Fusion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fusion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Ford Fusion (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 2008 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 325 | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |
