2007 BMW 325 vs. 2011 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2011 Ford Fiesta is newer by 4 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 95 more horse power than 2011 Ford Fiesta. (120 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 269 kg more than 2011 Ford Fiesta. 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 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 2011 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 325 | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1151 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4067 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1697 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2489 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |