2008 BMW 325 vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Quantum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Quantum would be higher. Both 2008 BMW 325 and 2007 Toyota Quantum are equipped with a 2,494 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 525 kg more than 2008 BMW 325.
Because 2008 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Quantum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 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, 2007 Toyota Quantum (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 325 | 2007 Toyota Quantum | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 325 | Quantum |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 28.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3120 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |