2009 BMW 335 vs. 2004 BMW 325
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (407 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2004 BMW 325 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 335 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |
