2007 BMW 325 vs. 2008 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2008 Smart ForTwo 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2008 Smart ForTwo. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2008 Smart ForTwo.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Smart ForTwo. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Smart ForTwo. 2008 Smart ForTwo 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. 2008 Smart ForTwo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 2008 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | BMW | Smart |
Model | 325 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 2730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 1870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 52 L |